Pittsburgh Panthers Defeat North Carolina 34-24

Pittsburgh achieved a historic 34-24 victory over North Carolina, marking their first 5-0 start since 1991. Freshman quarterback Eli Holstein excelled, throwing for 381 yards and three touchdowns while also rushing for a score. Despite a strong performance from UNC's Omarion Hampton, who rushed for 106 yards, the Tar Heels could not overcome a fourth-quarter surge from the Panthers, who outscored them 10-0 in the final period. This loss extended UNC's losing streak to three games, dropping them to 3-3 overall and 0-2 in ACC play. The win solidifies Pitt's position as a top contender in the ACC, showcasing their explosive offense that ranks fifth nationally in scoring. Holstein's consistent performance has been crucial, maintaining a 15-to-3 touchdown-to-interception ratio early in the season.