The North Carolina Tar Heels are set to face off against the Syracuse Orange in what promises to be an exciting ACC matchup on Friday night. The Tar Heels are fresh off a tough overtime defeat against Virginia, while Syracuse is looking to regain momentum following a loss to Georgia Tech. Here’s a breakdown of the upcoming game.
Game Overview
- Matchup: North Carolina Tar Heels vs. Syracuse Orange
- Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. ET at JMA Wireless Dome, Syracuse, NY
- Current Odds: Syracuse favored by 1.5 points; over/under set at 44.5 points
Team Updates
- The Tar Heels, with a 2-5 record, have struggled on the road this season, while the Orange seek to end a four-game losing streak.
- Quarterback Rickie Collins has recently taken over the starting role for Syracuse due to Steve Angeli’s injury. He has made significant contributions in recent games, including last week’s performance against Georgia Tech, where he threw for over 224 yards.
- North Carolina’s quarterback, Gio Lopez, has shown promise this season but faces pressure as he leads the offense into this crucial game.
Key Players to Watch
- North Carolina: Gio Lopez and Jordan Shipp.
- Syracuse: Rickie Collins and Yasin Willis.
Betting Insights
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