ncaaf Game Recap
Boston College Falls 26-22 to Tar Heels - Recap
Boston College was unable to contain Michael Carter on Saturday and the result was a 26-22 Week 5 loss against the Tar Heels.
North Carolina won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -14.5-point spread. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 52.5.
Michael Carter rushed for 121 yards, while Javonte Williams added 57 yards in the win. Dyami Brown and Javonte Williams added 60 and 56 receiving yards respectively.
David Bailey rushed for 28 yards for Boston College, while Pat Garwo III added 7 yards. Phil Jurkovec threw for 313 yards for the Eagles, while receivers Hunter Long and Zay Flowers had 96 and 61 yards respectively.
Boston College was outgained by North Carolina 401-353 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 24-22 by the Tar Heels.
The time of possession battle favored Boston College as their offense was on the field for 31:03, longer than the 28:57 of their opponents.
North Carolina looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Virginia Tech. Boston College will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Pittsburgh.