ACC Defensive Lineman of the Week Jahvaree Ritzie led the UNC defense with a career-high three sacks in the Tar Heels' 19-17 road win at Minnesota to start the season. ACC Specialist of the Week Noah Burnette connected on all four of his field goal attempts, including the game winner with 1:56 to play. Burnette was good from 29, 52, 42, and 45 yards. (The ACC)
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