Charlotte, N.C. - After setting new career highs in North Carolina's home-opening 40-34 double overtime victory against App State, sophomore running back Omarion Hampton has been named the ACC Running Back of the Week.
Hampton rushed for a career-high 234 yards on 26 carries with three touchdowns against the Mountaineers. In addition, Hampton's 68-yard touchdown run was a career best.
The Clayton, N.C. native became Carolina's first 200-yard rusher since Ty Chandler gained 213 yards against Wake Forest in 2021. He also became the 27th Tar Heel to ever rush for 200 yards or more in a game in UNC history.