Threw for 296 yards and two touchdowns, leading a massive second-half comeback despite being sacked five times by a relentless Pitt defense. A Tale of Two Halves

However, the Tar Heels refused to fold. Howell connected with Antoine Green for a in the second quarter to spark life into the sideline. By the fourth quarter, UNC had clawed back to tie the game, even having a chance to win it in regulation before a late field goal attempt was blocked. Overtime Drama

The 2021 showdown between the and the North Carolina Tar Heels was more than just another ACC matchup; it was a primetime duel between two future NFL quarterbacks that lived up to every ounce of its hype. On a rain-slicked Thursday night at Heinz Field, Kenny Pickett and Sam Howell traded blows in a contest that ultimately needed overtime to decide a winner. The Pickett vs. Howell Duel

Are you interested in seeing how this compared to the most recent 2024 rematch between these two ACC rivals? Pittsburgh 30-23 North Carolina (Nov 11, 2021) Final Score

This victory moved Pitt to 8-2 on the season, keeping their hopes for a historic alive and cementing Pickett's status as a top-tier Heisman contender.