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Wolfpack Down North Carolina 30-27 - Match Report

North Carolina was unable to slow down Devin Carter, who produced 130 receiving yards as the Wolfpack defeated the Tar Heels 30-27 on Friday.

Bettors who backed the Wolfpack were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +6.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 56.5.

Michael Allen rushed for 53 yards, while Jordan Houston added 30 yards in the win. Devin Carter and Terrell Timmons Jr. added 130 and 28 receiving yards respectively.

Elijah Green rushed for 83 yards for North Carolina, while Drake Maye added 32 yards. Drake Maye threw for 233 yards for the Tar Heels, while receivers Antoine Green and Josh Downs had 67 and 51 yards respectively.

North Carolina outgained NC State 351-330 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 23-17 by the Tar Heels.

North Carolina led the time of possession tally, as the game finished as a 34:12-25:48 split in that important category.