The 7-1 North Carolina Tar Heels are in the driver’s seat of the ACC Coastal and have the chance to extend its lead when they take on Virginia this weekend on the road.
Finally, UNC is gaining the respect of the Associated Press Poll’s top 25, moving to No. 17 this week. As the season is winding down, North Carolina will need to add some statement wins to their resume for a significant boost in the rankings, and the Cavaliers are a perfect team for it.
This game shouldn’t be close, with the two teams on different paths this season. Virginia has struggled mightily in the division, mustering up only one win and four losses in the conference. On the other hand, North Carolina has taken care of business, going 4-0 in the conference. UNC is by far the superior team. However, if a trap game were to occur for North Carolina, it would be this one.
The two teams share heated history, dating back to 1892, and with this being coined as the “South’s Oldest Rivalry,” expect the Cavaliers to fight to end despite their lackluster season so far.
Can UNC stay perfect on the road?
Oct 29, 2022; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Mack Brown runs on to the field before the game at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
One of the most impressive stats to come out of the season for UNC is their 4-0 away record. Last season, UNC couldn’t sniff a win on the road. However, that narrative has officially been debunked with significant wins over Georgia State, Appalachian State, Miami Hurricanes, and Duke Blue Devils.
Three of the four teams had atmospheres that would’ve rattled last year’s teams, but with UNC’s aggressive starts helping quiet the crowd, they have been able to maneuver around the noise.
Virginia is 2-2 at home this season.
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