Wilson runs for 4 TDs as NC State beats UNC 42-19, winning rivalry game for 5th straight year

Wilson runs for 4 TDs as NC State beats UNC 42-19, winning rivalry game for 5th straight year

By AARON BEARD AP Sports Writer

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Short-yardage quarterback Will Wilson ran for four touchdowns while starter C.J. Bailey threw two scoring passes as N.C. State blew out rival North Carolina 42-19 on Saturday night, ending NFL icon Bill Belichick’s first college season with the Tar Heels.

Wilson ran for 54 yards and had a 15-yard dragging-the-pile score in the third quarter for the Wolfpack (7-5, 4-4 Atlantic Coast Conference), who scored touchdowns on all four first-half drives to firmly take control of this one.

Bailey threw TD passes to Wesley Grimes and Justin Joly in that dominant first half on the way to yet another rivalry win for coach Dave Doeren, who has now beaten UNC five straight years.

Gio Lopez threw a touchdown pass for the Tar Heels (4-8, 2-6), though he was knocked from the game early in the third quarter when his left leg bent under him awkwardly on a sack. He was helped to the tunnel putting no weight on his left leg, leading to Max Johnson taking over the offense with UNC down 28-10.

UNC finished with 265 total yards and 11 penalties for 129 yards.

The takeaway

UNC: The Tar Heels opened the year with a buzz that came from hiring Belichick, who led the New England Patriots to six Super Bowl titles. But UNC got off to a horrid start, while its modest gains statistically came against some of the ACC’s worst teams. UNC closed the year by losing all three games to its instate league rivals, first at Wake Forest and last week at Duke.

N.C. State: The Wolfpack became bowl eligible with last week’s home win against Florida State, the 11th time in Doeren’s 13 seasons. Doeren improved to 9-4 all-time against UNC as Wolfpack coach.

Up next

UNC: The Tar Heels open next season Aug. 29 against TCU in Dublin, Ireland.

N.C. State: Doeren’s program awaits a bowl destination.

November 29th 2025

November 29th 2025

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A stone will never be soft and an enemy never a friend.

BBB Box Office: Win Tickets to Guns N’ Roses!

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Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich

Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich

Spice up your Thanksgiving leftovers by making them into the ultimate sandwich!

Ingredients

  • 2 slices of bread (sourdough, ciabatta, or brioche work well)
  • 2–3 slices leftover turkey
  • 2 tablespoons leftover stuffing
  • 1 tablespoon cranberry sauce
  • 1 tablespoon gravy
  • 1 slice provolone or cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise or aioli
  • Handful of spinach or arugula (optional)
  • Butter or olive oil for grilling

Instructions

1. Start with the base
Spread mayonnaise or aioli on one slice of bread. Spread cranberry sauce on the other.

2. Add the toppings
Layer turkey on top of the mayo side. Add stuffing on top of the turkey—lightly press it down so it stays in place. If using cheese, place it over the stuffing. Add greens if you’d like a fresh element. Then, drizzle or spoon gravy over the top layer before closing the sandwich.

3. Toast the sandwich
Heat a skillet over medium. Lightly butter the outside of both slices of bread. Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden and the inside is warmed.

4. Serve and enjoy
Enjoy this delicious way to finish up yesterday’s feast.

November 28th 2025

November 28th 2025

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A human is as strong as a stone, and as delicate as a flower.

Fleet of UPS planes grounded after deadly crash expected to miss peak delivery season

Fleet of UPS planes grounded after deadly crash expected to miss peak delivery season

By SARAH RAZA Associated Press

A fleet of planes that UPS grounded after a deadly crash isn’t expected to be back in service during the peak holiday season due to inspections and possible repairs, the company said Wednesday in an internal memo.

The airline expects it will be several months before its McDonnell Douglas MD-11 fleet returns to service as it works to meet Federal Aviation Administration guidelines, said the memo from UPS Airlines president Bill Moore to employees. The process was originally estimated to take weeks but is now expected to take several months.

A fiery MD-11 plane crash on Nov. 4 in Louisville, Kentucky, killed 14 people and injured at least 23 when the left engine detached during takeoff. Cargo carriers grounded their McDonnell Douglas MD-11 fleets shortly after, ahead of a directive from the FAA.

“Regarding the MD-11 fleet, Boeing’s ongoing evaluation shows that inspections and potential repairs will be more extensive than initially expected,” Moore wrote in the memo.

A UPS spokesperson said in a statement that the company will rely on contingency plans to deliver for customers throughout the peak season, and it “will take the time needed to ensure that every aircraft is safe.”

The 109 remaining MD-11 airliners, averaging more than 30 years old, are exclusively used to haul cargo for package delivery companies. MD-11s make up about 9% of the UPS airline fleet and 4% of the FedEx fleet.

Boeing, which took over as the manufacturer of MD-11s since merging with McDonnell Douglas in 1997, said in a statement that it is “working diligently to provide instructions and technical support to operators” so that they can meet the FAA’s requirements.

The FAA said Boeing will develop the procedures for inspections and any corrective actions, pending approval from the FAA.

Cheesy Garlic Rolls

Cheesy Garlic Rolls

Happy Thanksgiving! If you need a last minute dish to whip up for a gathering, these cheesy garlic rolls are quick, easy, and delicious!

Ingredients

  • 1 package premade dinner rolls (thawed if frozen)
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1–2 cloves garlic, minced (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven
Preheat oven according to the roll package instructions (usually around 350°F).

2. Prep the butter
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley (or Italian seasoning), and salt.

3. Assemble the rolls
Arrange the premade rolls in a baking dish or on a baking sheet. Cut them in half and evenly stuff with the mozzarella. Then, brush the garlic butter mixture over the tops and sides of the rolls and sprinkle with Parmesan.

4. Bake
Bake according to package directions—typically 8–12 minutes, until lightly golden and warmed through.

5. Serve
Serve warm with more butter and enjoy this delicious addition to your holiday table!

November 27th 2025

November 27th 2025

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If turkeys thought, they’d run away a week before Thanksgiving Day. But turkeys can’t anticipate, and so there’s a turkey on my plate today.

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