North Carolina’s offense rolled behind new quarterback Drake Maye, and the Tar Heels won their 2022 season opener, 56-24 over the Florida A&M Rattlers. Maye delivered with 294 passing yards, 5 touchdown throws and 55 yards rushing in his debut at quarterback for the Tar Heels. Freshman running backs Omarion Hampton and George Pettaway combined for 156 yards and 3 touchdowns in the win. Standout wide receiver Josh Downs hauled in 9 catches for 78 yards and 2 touchdowns to lead 10 Tar Heels who caught passes.