Welp. Like a script that keeps getting recycled, the Heels walked into a primetime game they looked unprepared for all the way around, got into an early hole, and then couldn’t execute enough to make up for it despite a valiant effort. I guess the more things seem to change, the more they stay the same, huh? Anyways, here are the grades and detailed breakdowns for the week. Spoiler: It’s not very pretty.

Quarterback: B

Sam Howell started the game uncharacteristically off: he wasn’t making great reads on RPO plays, he was missing usually routine throws 10-15 yards down the field, got scared out of throwing with anticipation after the FSU defense pick-sixed him on a predetermined swing pass, and didn’t look as comfortable as usual managing the pocket.