Sports News Report
Sport: College SportsCategory: Scores & Results

UNC and NC State each guaranteed $1 million for December 15 matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 12:32 AM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

UNC and NC State each guaranteed $1 million for December 15 matchup
Summary

The North Carolina Tar Heels will face the NC State Wolfpack on December 15 in the Tobacco Road Classic at the Greensboro Coliseum. Each team is set to receive a payout of $1 million, a substantial amount for a non-conference game. UNC will play NC State twice this season, with their first meeting taking place before the teams meet again in Chapel Hill on January 9. Fans anticipate a competitive matchup as both teams prepare for the upcoming season.

Source Links
Yahoo Sports
By the Numbers
  • •Game scheduled for December 15 at Greensboro Coliseum.
  • •Both teams guaranteed $1 million payout.
  • •UNC and NC State will meet twice this season.
  • •First meeting of the season due to rivalry.
  • •Next matchup in Chapel Hill on January 9.
Latest Updates
  • 12:32 AMYahoo Sports — UNC, NC State to each get massive payout for December 15 matchup
What they're saying
"

UNC and NC State will battle in the Tobacco Road Classic on December 15 in Greensboro. There's more than just a result on the line.

Related Teams & Leagues
College Sports

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days