Carolina’s closest game against a Power 4 opponent provides genuine flashes for UNC football to build upon. 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell and Michael Koh discuss their takeaways from the 21-18 loss as the Heels return home and prepare for a high-flying Virginia offense this weekend. Former star QB Bryn Renner joins to discuss the play of UNC’s Gio Lopez, how the offense looked vs. Cal, and the opportunity presented against the Cavaliers. Plus: a trio of What In Tar-Nation?! callers share differing perspectives on the state of the program, while the guys share their predictions of possible palindrome scores for Saturday’s game.
Listeners can call 919-240-6000 to leave voicemails for the show after the Tar Heels’ game vs. Virginia. Those who do will be featured in “What In Tar-Nation?!” on the next edition of “The Carolina Football Hour,” which is Monday, Oct. 27.
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