Pitt Vs. North Carolina 21 May 2026

However, the Tar Heels refused to fold. Howell connected with Antoine Green for a in the second quarter to spark life into the sideline. By the fourth quarter, UNC had clawed back to tie the game, even having a chance to win it in regulation before a late field goal attempt was blocked. Overtime Drama

Nearly sent representatives to witness the quarterback battle, and the stars did not disappoint: Pitt vs. North Carolina 21

The 2021 showdown between the and the North Carolina Tar Heels was more than just another ACC matchup; it was a primetime duel between two future NFL quarterbacks that lived up to every ounce of its hype. On a rain-slicked Thursday night at Heinz Field, Kenny Pickett and Sam Howell traded blows in a contest that ultimately needed overtime to decide a winner. The Pickett vs. Howell Duel However, the Tar Heels refused to fold

Threw for 296 yards and two touchdowns, leading a massive second-half comeback despite being sacked five times by a relentless Pitt defense. A Tale of Two Halves Overtime Drama Nearly sent representatives to witness the

Completed 25 of 43 passes for 346 yards and three touchdowns. His poise in the extra period was the difference maker for the No. 25 Panthers.

The Panthers seemed to have the game in hand early, storming out to a in the first quarter. Aided by big plays, including a 44-yard strike from Pickett to Melquise Stovall, Pitt’s offense looked unstoppable under the lights.

The Overtime Thriller: No. 25 Pitt Outlasts UNC in a 2021 Classic