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Mack's Late INT Helps Louisville Hold Off UNC 16-14 in Game that Ends with Brawl
Mack’s interception sealed Louisville’s fifth straight win as North Carolina’s late rally fell short and the teams were separated after a postgame scuffle.
On Saturday, Louisville cornerback Jabari Mack secured a 16-14 victory over North Carolina at Kenan Stadium with a late interception, snatching a ball that ricocheted off Tar Heels receiver Jordan Shipp with 58 seconds remaining.
North Carolina starting quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. exited the game with an injury after a third-quarter sack, forcing backup Travis Burgess to enter as the Tar Heels struggled against Louisville's defense.
Limiting the Tar Heels to 89 yards in the first half, the Cardinals' defense dominated early; a post-game skirmish erupted as players from both teams shoved in the end zone.
Louisville's victory improves the Cardinals to 7-3 overall and 6-2 in the Atlantic Coast Conference, keeping them alive in the competitive hunt for an ACC Championship game spot.
Pittsburgh visits Louisville next Saturday to conclude the Cardinals' conference slate, while North Carolina travels to face the Virginia Cavaliers in its next matchup.