-> Key matchup: UConn offensive line vs. North Carolina defensive line. One of the UConn’s greatest strengths over the last several years has been its offensive line, which is bolstered by senior tackles Chase Lundt and Valentin Senn. But the Huskies will have a tall task against the Tar Heels’ front seven, which includes five different players who made five or more sacks this season.
And The Courant says …
UConn 24, North Carolina 17: Huskies’ defense shuts down the Tar Heels without their leading rusher. Reporter Joe Arruda
UConn 27, North Carolina 23: UConn controls the ball, the clock and field position to squeak out a close one. Columnist Dom Amore <-