UNC traveled to Pittsburgh seven weeks ago with its Coastal Division chances still alive, albeit by a slim margin. Nonetheless, it was something worth playing for and the perfect “edge” to motivate the Heels to come out swinging. That game marked the first of three Power 5 opponents (Pitt, NC State, South Carolina) in which UNC was outscored 49-0 in the first quarter. (Inside Carolina) Video: Mack Brown Post-Mayo Bowl Press Conference
North Carolina head football coach Mack Brown speaks with the media following the Tar Heels' 38-21 loss to the South Carolina Gamecocks at the Duke's.
South Carolina Game Provides Microcosm of UNC's Season
