The UNC football program aims for its first victory of the season against a Power 5 opponent on Saturday afternoon as they welcome Tony Elliot and the 6-1 Virginia Cavaliers to Chapel Hill.
It's been a tale of two completely different seasons for the two programs. North Carolina has struggled against higher-level opponents while Virginia's only blemish on their record came in Week 2 at NC State. Since then, the Cavaliers have been rolling, winning five straight games, scoring 30 or more points in four of the five victories.
The UNC football program's defense will have its work cut out for them as they aim to slow down the No. 16-ranked team's high powered offensive attack.
Here's what you need to know about Saturday afternoon's matchup:
Who are the announcers for UNC vs. UVA?
The matchup between Virginia and North Carolina will be televised on the ACC Network at 12:00 p.m. EST. Wes Durham, Steve Addazio and Dana Boyle will be on the call for the game.
What is the series history between UNC and UVA?
The UNC football program holds a 67-58-4 record against Virginia in "The South's Oldest Rivalry." During the 2024 season, North Carolina cruised to a 41-14 victory over Virginia in Charlottesville, a game in which Omarion Hampton and JJ Jones combined for 271 yards from scrimmage and four touchdowns.
Dating back to 2021, the UNC football program has won three of the previous four meetings between the two teams.
Will weather be a factor for this matchup?
Weather shouldn't be an issue on Saturday afternoon, as it's expected to be a beautiful fall day in Chapel Hill.
The current forecast calls for partly sunny skies and a high of 63 degrees.
What are the current odds for UNC vs. UVA?
Virginia currently sits as a 9.5-point favorite over the UNC football program leading up to Saturday afternoon's matchup.