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UNC Football: Can Offense Spark Upset Over Pitt?
7 Oct
Summary
- UNC aims to upset ranked Pitt after close loss to Notre Dame.
- Tar Heels' offense shows improvement with new playmakers.
- Turnovers and run game success are crucial for UNC's chances.
The UNC football team, despite a 37-26 loss to Notre Dame last weekend, demonstrated significant improvement and competitiveness, keeping pace with a championship contender for three quarters. The Tar Heels' offense, now boasting new weapons and big-play capabilities, aims to challenge a highly-ranked Pitt squad this coming Saturday.
North Carolina's offense has shown marked progress from the previous season, featuring potent running backs like Benjamin Hall and Demon June, and a deep receiving corps led by Jordan Shipp and Jelani Thurman. Quarterback Billy Edwards has shown flashes of strong play, and the offensive line allowed only one sack against Notre Dame.
To secure a potential upset victory against Pitt, UNC's offense must prioritize ball security, as early interceptions against Notre Dame proved costly. Establishing a more effective running game will be critical against Pitt's formidable defense, which ranks second nationally in opponent rushing yards allowed. Furthermore, continuing to involve key playmakers like Jordan Shipp and Jelani Thurman in the passing game, particularly through play-action passes, will be essential for offensive success.
