With the North Carolina Tar Heels record, had UNC beat Georgia Tech last weekend, the Tar Heels had an unlikely but possible chance of crashing the top four in the NCAA football rankings.
The Tar Heels, which had mostly been let down by their defense this season, saw their powerful offense stall out.
NC State Season
NC State has lost two straight games to continue what has mostly been a disappointing season for the Wolfpack. Impacted heavily by injuries at points have interrupted the momentum of NC State’s season.
While many thought the Wolfpack could challenge for the ACC crown, they are hoping just to string a few wins together to build momentum for next season. Continue reading for the very best NC State vs NC Betting Analysis.
Last Game Records
NC State lost 25-10 to Louisville on Nov. 19. The Wolfpack are 7-4 this season. UNC lost to Georgia Tech 21-17 last week. The Tar Heels are 9-2.
Matchup Information
NC State Wolfpack vs. UNC Tar Heels Betting Analysis
Wolfpack Desperate For A Win
NC State’s offense just hasn’t had much bite this season. College football stats show the Wolfpack rank 103rd nationally, including 100th on the ground, in total and rushing yards per game, respectively.
The Wolfpack are 87th in scoring offense, putting up 24.9 points per game.
NC State’s Offense Issues
Much of NC State’s issues on offense have come from missing Devin Leary at quarterback. Leary, who is missing time with an injury, didn’t have a solid backup.
NC State has had three quarterbacks attempt 30 or more passes this season. Backup MJ Morris, who started in Leary’s place and struggled against Boston College, didn’t play against Louisville last week.
NC State football team stats shows the Wolfpack may see Ben Finley under center.
Finley finished 16 of 35 passing for 201 yards with one touchdown and one interception last week. College football injuries have stymied NC State at every turn this season.
Tar Heels Coming Off Big Letdown
Betting college football point spreads on UNC’s games have been mostly a mixed bag for betting the Tar Heels. UNC is 6-5 against the spread despite having one of the nation’s best offenses.
The Tar Heels rank 13th in the league by scoring 38 points per game.
UNC at the NCAAF Standings
UNC freshman quarterback Drake Maye is coming off one of his worst games of the season at a time when the Tar Heels would be most impacted in the NCAAF standings.
Maye threw for 202 yards, and an interception against Georgia Tech with no touchdown passes. The Tar Heels not scoring after halftime was a shocking development.
UNC has torched most teams in college football matchups this season, ranking 13th nationally in scoring by putting up 38 points per game.
The Tar Heels also rank sixth in passing yards, racking up 328.9 yards per game through the air.
Updates
This is a game on the college football schedule where injury news may come late in the week. NC State has a couple of players who may start at quarterback. Morris may be out in addition to Leary.
- NC State is 3-8 against the spread.
- UNC is 6-5 against the spread.
- The over is 5-6 in the Woolpacks’ games this season.
- The over is 5-6 in the Tar Heels’ games this season.
- NC State is 1-3 straight up on the road.
- UNC is 3-2 straight up at home this season.
NC State vs. UNC Betting Preview
The Tar Heels are 6-point favorites. UNC is -220 on the moneyline, while NC State is +175. The over/under was set at 56.5 points. Our NC State vs NC Betting Analysis tells us this should be an exciting Week 12 matchup.
NC State vs. UNC Betting Prediction
The Tar Heels still have an opportunity to possibly collect 12 wins this season. But UNC will definitely want to grab another win over the Wolfpack to build momentum heading into the ACC Championship game with Clemson.
Even though the Tar Heels defense is atrocious, NC State doesn’t have enough healthy playmakers on offense to make them sweat.
Who You Should Bet?
The Wolfpack also haven’t been playing good football recently, losing a strange decision against a truly woeful Boston College squad.
Our NC State vs NC betting analysis tells us UNC will win this game by a touchdown and cover the spread.
NCAAF Pick: UNC
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