In some ways, it seems like it was not that long ago that Wake Forest won three of four games, was sitting at 4-4 overall, and had visions of bowl games dancing in their collective heads.

Omarion Hampton posted career highs of 35 carries for 244 yards with a key late touchdown that helped North Carolina beat Wake Forest 31-24.

After road wins at Virginia and Florida State, Tar Heels come off season’s second bye week seeking win over Deacons.