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Tar Heels Dominate ETSU, Extend Touchdown Drought
13 Sep
Summary
- North Carolina routed East Tennessee State 35-3 in their home opener.
- Demon June scored three rushing touchdowns, and Billy Edwards threw two.
- The Tar Heels defense extended its touchdown-less streak to seven quarters.
North Carolina dominated East Tennessee State with a decisive 35-3 victory in their home opener on Saturday. Quarterback Billy Edwards orchestrated the offense, throwing two first-quarter touchdowns. Running back Demon June was a key scorer, rushing for three touchdowns from short distances. The Tar Heels' defense showcased impressive strength, holding ETSU scoreless for over 56 minutes and extending their own streak of preventing opposing touchdowns to seven straight quarters. The team registered four sacks, with Jaylen Harvey and Xavier Lewis each contributing two. North Carolina's offense was efficient, converting five of their first six drives into touchdowns, including a 99-yard drive that matched a team record. The game was delayed for over an hour due to lightning in the third quarter with North Carolina leading 35-0. ETSU struggled, committing seven penalties for 67 yards. North Carolina will visit Clemson next Saturday, while ETSU hosts West Georgia.
