UNC football secures victory over UConn, eyes bowl eligibility
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 8:14 PM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
UNC football halted a two-game losing streak with a 38-21 win against UConn on November 7 in East Hartford. The Tar Heels, now at 5-4 overall and 2-3 in the ACC, had a balanced performance which included a 21-point second quarter. Timir Hickman-Collins was pivotal with a defensive touchdown helping set the tone. This victory leaves UNC needing one more win for bowl eligibility, with upcoming games against Louisville, Virginia, and N.C. State.
- •UNC improves to 5-4 overall, 2-3 in ACC.
- •Timir Hickman-Collins scored a defensive touchdown.
- •The Tar Heels produced a 21-point second quarter.
- •UNC needs one more win to become bowl eligible.
- •Next, UNC faces Louisville at home.
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