Notre Dame defeats North Carolina in 2022 college football matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 8:28 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
In the last matchup between Notre Dame and North Carolina on September 24, 2022, Notre Dame secured a 45-32 victory at Kenan Memorial Stadium in Chapel Hill. Despite a slow start, the Irish rallied from an early 7-0 deficit to dominate the middle periods 38-13. Drew Pyne passed for 289 yards and three touchdowns, while Michael Mayer and Audric Estime contributed significantly to the offense. Notre Dame's defense effectively limited North Carolina's dynamic offense led by Drake Maye, allowing only 66 rushing yards. The teams are set to face each other again in the upcoming 2026 season, with the game occurring in Chapel Hill.
- •Notre Dame won 45-32 against North Carolina on September 24, 2022.
- •Drew Pyne threw for 289 yards with three touchdowns.
- •Audric Estime had a breakout game with 134 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
- •Michael Mayer recorded seven receptions for 88 yards and a touchdown.
- •The next game between the teams is set for 2026 in Chapel Hill.
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