Quarterbacks: B+
Zac Thomas had a strong showing, going 20-29 with 224 yards. He was picked off once, but other than that he put on a very solid display. As the Tar Heels began their second half rally, he came up big several times, completing back-to-back passes for 35 and 43 yards to junior wide receivers Thomas Hennigan and Malik Williams at one point setting up a crucial rushing touchdown. He also rushed for 57 yards with several key runs on third down to extend drives.
Running Backs: B
Junior Darrynton Evans led this running back core with 78 yards and three touchdowns on 19 carries.