North Carolina quarterback Max Johnson is hospitalized in Minneapolis after suffering a broken right leg during a game against Minnesota, where he had surgery and may remain in the hospital for one to two weeks. Coach Mack Brown announced that Conner Harrell will step in as the starting quarterback following Johnson's season-ending injury. Harrell successfully led the Tar Heels to a 19-17 victory over Minnesota, managing crucial field goal drives despite being initially unprepared for the role. Meanwhile, Johnson will be kept involved in the team's activities through virtual meetings as he recovers. In recruiting news, 4-star tight end J.C. Anderson and linebacker Joshua Galbreath are both significant prospects for North Carolina's future, with Anderson included in the Tar Heels' top ten choices. The team is focusing on maintaining a strong running game and an aggressive defense as they adjust to the change in quarterback.