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Tar Heels vs Golden Gophers Final: 31-13 - Recap
Drake Maye threw for 414 yards to lead the Tar Heels over Minnesota 31-13 on Saturday in Week 3 action at Kenan Memorial Stadium.
North Carolina was a favorite by -7.0 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 51.0.
Drake Maye completed 29 of 40 pass attempts for 414 yards for the Tar Heels in the win.
Darius Taylor rushed for 138 yards for Minnesota, while Athan Kaliakmanis added 26 yards. Athan Kaliakmanis threw for 133 yards for the Golden Gophers, while receivers Corey Crooms Jr. and Le'Meke Brockington had 46 and 43 yards respectively.
Minnesota lost the offensive yardage battle to North Carolina 519-303 yards in Saturday's game. North Carolina had more first downs as that total ended up 26-19.
Minnesota lost the time of possession battle 33:10-26:50, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
North Carolina looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Pittsburgh. Minnesota will aim to get back on the winning track at Northwestern.