No. 16 Virginia edges North Carolina in overtime on J'Mari Taylor’s TD run

Posted Oct 25, 2025
J’Mari Taylor scored on a 1-yard run in overtime, lifting Virginia to a 17-16 victory over UNC on Saturday. The Tar Heels answered with Davion Gause’s 9-yard touchdown grab, but running back Benjamin Hall was stopped just short of the end zone on the ensuing 2-point try. UNC QB Gio Lopez finished with 208 yards, one touchdown, and two interceptions. (Associated Press)

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