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Belichick's Tar Heels Top Ranked Pitt
10 Oct
Summary
- Billy Edwards Jr. threw a decisive 75-yard touchdown pass.
- Bill Belichick secured his first ranked win at North Carolina.
- Pitt lost despite leading late, struggling with a new QB.
North Carolina has achieved a significant victory, defeating No. 25 Pittsburgh 21-17. Quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. was instrumental, throwing a pivotal 75-yard touchdown pass in the second half that sealed the win for the Tar Heels. This triumph marks coach Bill Belichick's inaugural win against a ranked opponent while leading North Carolina.
The game saw a dramatic shift when Pittsburgh had just taken a 17-14 lead. However, North Carolina quickly responded with Edwards' long touchdown strike to Shamar Easter. Edwards completed 18 of 26 passes for 249 yards, with two touchdowns and two interceptions. Pitt's offense, led by freshman quarterback Holden Geriner in his first start, struggled in the second half, turning the ball over on downs late in the game.
The Panthers celebrated the 50th anniversary of their 1976 national championship team and paid tribute to former All-American Mike Ditka, who passed away on Friday. The game also marked Belichick's return to Acrisure Stadium, a familiar venue from his NFL coaching days. Pitt's next game is against Boston College on October 17, while North Carolina faces Duke on the same date.
