North Carolina at Houston

Saturday, October 26, 1996 Share

No. 9 North Carolina beat Houston 42–⁠14. It was their first meeting; after it, North Carolina led the series 1–⁠0.

Away9North Carolina10–⁠2 in 1996

HomeHouston7–⁠5 in 1996

FinalHigh 83°F, low 70°F, 0.75 in. of rainAttendance 16,850

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

North Carolina 72% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Tied 1–⁠1 in two meetings, counting the one since this game.

Recent meetings
1999	Houston 20, North Carolina 12
1996	North Carolina 42, Houston 14