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Caroline Darney

The ref cam had the best view of Virginia’s game-sealing interception against UNC

Saturday was full of action and close games in the world of college football as No. 5 Washington, No. 6 Oklahoma and No. 8 Texas narrowly escaped disaster with narrow wins. The No. 10 North Carolina Tar Heels were not as lucky, falling 31-27 to a Virginia team that entered the day 1-5 and without a victory over an FBS team.

The Cavaliers came in with a great game plan, going toe-to-to with the Heels in a back-and-forth affair. Down four with 1:12 remaining, UNC quarterback Drake Maye had the home team marching down the field looking for the game-winning touchdown.

MORE: North Carolina continued its annual tradition of losing as a massive favorite in upset vs. Virginia

With 30 seconds left, UVA defensive end Paul Akere got free and pressured Maye. His subsequent wobbly pass ended up in the hands of linebacker James Jackson’s outstretched hands.

As officials reviewed the play, the camera affixed to one of the ref’s hats came in clutch.

The game was broadcast on The CW, and college football fans absolutely loved the new view.

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