The UConn football program reached the nine-win mark for just the third time in its FBS history with a 27-14 victory over North Carolina in the Fenway Bowl.

North Carolina quarterback Jacolby Criswell (12) looks to pass as Wake Forest defensive lineman BJ Williams (18) applies pressure during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Chapel Hill, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Seward) AP

Joe Fagnano threw for 151 yards and two touchdowns to help UConn beat North Carolina 27-14 in the Fenway Bowl on Saturday, embarrassing Bill Belichick’s new team in his old backyard.