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Wake Forest Demon Deacons vs North Carolina Tar Heels Recap - Tar Heels Win 59-53

North Carolina's aerial attack produced 550 yards and the Tar Heels produced a 59-53 victory over Wake Forest on Saturday at Kenan Memorial Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Tar Heels were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -13.0. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 70.5.

Sam Howell completed 32 of 45 pass attempts for 550 yards for the Tar Heels in the win.

Christian Beal-Smith rushed for 120 yards for Wake Forest, while Kenneth Walker III added 51 yards. Sam Hartman threw for 429 yards for the Demon Deacons, while receivers Donavon Greene and Jaquarii Roberson had 170 and 167 yards respectively.

Wake Forest lost the time of possession battle 31:12-28:48, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

North Carolina looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Notre Dame. Wake Forest will aim to get back on the winning track at Duke.