After a thrilling, last-second win against rival Duke, UNC football faces off against Virginia in a game that has huge implications in the ACC Coastal race.

Both UNC and Virginia are tied at 3-2 atop the ACC Coastal division. Win this game, and you’re in first place in the division with a good shot at traveling to Charlotte to face off against Clemson in the ACC Championship.

Virginia started out 4-0, but has lost three of its last four games including a 28-21 loss last week to Louisville. If you’re a fan of head-to-head comparisons, the Cavaliers crushed Duke 48-14 two weeks ago.

The Cavaliers are headlined by quarterback Bryce Perkins, who has thrown for nine touchdowns to eight interceptions on the year. While his passing numbers are average, Perkins is a true dual-threat and can present a major test for UNC’s defense on the ground.

At the time of publishing, UNC is a two point favorite over Virginia at home. The Tar Heels have also decided to go with the all-blue uniform combination in this game.

Kickoff Time

Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. from Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill.

Broadcast Schedule

97.9 The Hill is broadcasting every North Carolina football game this season.

Our coverage of UNC vs. Virginia Tech begins at 4:30 p.m. with the InsideCarolina.com Countdown to Kickoff show. At 6:30 p.m., our broadcast will switch to the UNC football pre-game show.

Following the game, 97.9 The Hill will carry an hour long post-game wrap-up show followed by “On the Heels.”

You can find our broadcast of the game on 97.9 FM and 1360 AM or streaming online on Chapelboro.com.

TV Schedule

The game will be broadcast on the ACC Network. As of today, Spectrum, Dish and DirectTV all carry ESPN and the ACC Network.

What if I don’t have cable?

A live stream will be available on ESPN’s digital platforms through the ACC Network.

Additionally, several cord-cutting options carry the new ACC Network.

YouTube TV prices at $50/month and carries all of ESPN’s channels (ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, etc.) as well as the ACC Network. YouTube TV does not offer NFL Network or NFL Red Zone for pro sports fans.

Playstation Vue prices out similarly at $50/month and carries ESPN and the ACC Network. Vue also carries NFL Network and NFL Red Zone. A key note here: you don’t need to own a Playstation 4 to use Playstation Vue.

Hulu TV goes for $45/month and includes all ESPN channels, but does not carry MLB Network, NBA TV, NFL Network or NFL Red Zone.

Sling TV is the cheapest at $25/month, but includes the fewest channels. Make sure to avoid Sling Blue, as that package does not carry ESPN.

The best way to watch UNC football games

Here’s the best way to watch North Carolina football games (if you’re not in attendance):

  1. Turn on the game with your preferred cable provider
  2. Mute your television
  3. Tune in to 97.9 The Hill on your radio OR streaming online at Chapelboro.com
  4. Sync up the feeds to hear Jones Angell and company announce the games
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