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UNC Football Player of the Game: Michael Carter

On Senior Day in Kenan Stadium, a lot of things went right as the Heels dominated the Western Carolina Catamounts 65-10. Contrary to the theme of the day, though, it was a freshman who stole the show, specifically running back Michael Carter. Carter has had an up-and-down season after an incredible start, but yesterday was a definite high point in his career as he carried the ball a career-high 16 times for 103 yards and a touchdown.

Carter’s 6.4 yards per carry were his third most of the season, after his coming out party against Cal (8.5) and his incredible performance against Virginia (12.