Chapel Hill, NC
Oct 5, 2024
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Pittsburgh outscored North Carolina in a back-and-forth contest at Kenan Stadium, winning 34-24. Despite North Carolina drawing first blood with a stunning 84-yard interception return by Kaleb Cost, Pitt's Eli Holstein remained composed, passing for a career-best 381 yards, complemented by Desmond Reid's 210 all-purpose yards.
Pittsburgh made a statement with a methodical fourth quarter, executing an 18-play drive that drained seven minutes from the clock, sealing the win with Ben Sauls' decisive field goal. Omarion Hampton kept the Tar Heels competitive with his 106-yard rushing performance, but Pitt's staunch defense and third-down efficiency were pivotal in their first victory in Chapel Hill and their 5-0 season start.
Kaleb Cost (North Carolina)
Kaleb Cost intercepted Eli Holstein's pass and returned it 84 yards for a touchdown, shifting momentum in favor of the Tar Heels early on with his dynamic defensive play.
Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh)
Holstein connected with Censere Lee on a precise 7-yard pass, reclaiming the lead for Pittsburgh after a swift five-play drive following an explosive 72-yard reception from Desmond Reid.
Omarion Hampton (North Carolina)
Hampton bulldozed through defenders to complete a 3-yard touchdown, a critical play in a 73-yard drive, ensuring the Tar Heels remained competitive at halftime.
Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh)
Holstein's 2-yard touchdown pass to Desmond Reid capitalized on his earlier 46-yard connection with Konata Mumpfield, establishing a 24-17 advantage for the Panthers.
Kyle Louis (Pittsburgh)
Kyle Louis's game-clinching sack on Jacolby Criswell for a 12-yard loss illustrated Pitt’s defensive resilience, extinguishing North Carolina's comeback hopes.
Eli Holstein (Pittsburgh, QB)
Holstein delivered a career-best performance with 381 passing yards, three touchdowns, and a rushing score, demonstrating poise as he orchestrated Pitt's offensive attack.
Desmond Reid (Pittsburgh, RB)
Reid's dynamic play-making abilities shone through, accumulating 210 total yards and providing a critical deep-ball threat for the Panthers, instrumental in their triumph.
Omarion Hampton (North Carolina, RB)
Hampton's persistent ground game yielded 106 yards and a touchdown, marking his 14th career 100-yard game, yet fell short against Pitt's defensive resolve.
Pittsburgh Panthers
3
14
7
10
34
North Carolina Tar Heels
7
10
7
0
24
