The North Carolina Tar Heels will take on the California Golden Bears in Week 8 of the 2025 season. The game is set for Friday, October 17, 2025, at 10:30 PM. It will be held at California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley, CA, and will air on ESPN.

North Carolina vs. California Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: California Golden Bears -381. California has a strong record at home with a 2-1 record. They are also favored to win this game.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 47.5 (-109). Both teams have shown struggles on offense this season. North Carolina has scored 94 points in five games, and California has scored 145 points in six games.

Team Trends

• North Carolina has a road record of 1-1 this season.
• California has a home record of 2-1 this season.
• California ranks 50th in passing yards with 1,522 yards this season.
• North Carolina has allowed 129 points against them this season, ranking 75th.
• This game will be played at California Memorial Stadium on October 17, 2025, at 10:30 PM.

North Carolina vs California Preview

The North Carolina Tar Heels will visit the California Golden Bears in Week 8 of the 2025 season. This game will take place at California Memorial Stadium in Berkeley, CA. The Tar Heels have a 2-3 record this season, while the Golden Bears hold a 4-2 record. Both teams are part of the Atlantic Coast Conference.

North Carolina is trying to break a two-game losing streak. They have a 1-1 record on the road this season. On the other hand, California has won two out of three home games. The game will air on ESPN at 10:30 PM on Friday, October 17, 2025.

Golden Bears’ Season Overview

The California Golden Bears have a record of 4-2 this season. At home, they have won 2 out of 3 games. In conference play, they stand at 1-1.

Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele leads the team in passing with 1,479 yards and 9 touchdowns. Kendrick Raphael is the top rusher with 423 yards and 4 touchdowns. Trond Grizzell has 400 receiving yards, making him a key target.

Their defense has allowed 135 points, ranking 79th. They have 9 sacks and 5 interceptions, showing strength in pass defense. The team has recovered 2 fumbles this season.

Tar Heels’ Road Challenge

The North Carolina Tar Heels have started the season with a 2-3 record. On the road, they have managed to secure a win in one of their two games. Their last game was a challenging 38-10 loss to Clemson, indicating areas for improvement.

Gio Lopez, their leading quarterback, has thrown for 430 yards and 3 touchdowns in 4 games. However, his status is questionable due to an undisclosed injury. Max Johnson, the backup quarterback, has 383 yards and 2 touchdowns in 3 games.

On the ground, Demon June leads the Tar Heels with 266 rushing yards and 1 touchdown. Wide receiver Jordan Shipp is a vital part of their offense, with 234 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns. The team’s defense has allowed 129 points, ranking them 75th, with 6 sacks and 4 interceptions to their credit.

Final Betting Pick

The California Golden Bears have a solid chance to win at home. They have a 2-1 record at California Memorial Stadium this season. Their overall record of 4-2 shows they have been performing well. Betting on California’s money line at -381 seems like a good choice given their home advantage.

The over/under prediction is set at under 47.5 points. Both teams have struggled offensively this season. North Carolina has scored only 94 points in five games, and California has scored 145 points in six games. These numbers suggest a lower-scoring game, making the under a reasonable pick.

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