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FOOTBALL

North Carolina Lost To 21st Ranked Pittsburgh In Overtime On Thursday Night 30-23 In Pittsburgh Pennsylvania

North Carolina lost 21st ranked Pittsburgh in overtime on Thursday night 30-23 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania.

Why?

Kenny Pickett hit Lucas Krull for an 11-yard touchdown pass in overtime and No. 25 Pittsburgh's defense did the rest as the Panthers held off North Carolina 30-23.

Kenny Pickett completed 25 of 43 passes for 346 yards with three touchdowns and an interception on a night he became the school's career leader in passing yards. His dart to Krull in the middle of a downpour gave the Panthers the lead during the opening possession of the first extra period.

“according to an article by Will Graves Of The Associated Press”

North Carolina is now to step out of Atlantic Coast Conference play, host Wofford on Saturday October 20, 2021 who is a member of the Southern Conference.

Kickoff is set for 12:00pm from Kenan Memorial Stadium!

The game is going to be televised on the Regional Sports Network, ESPN3!