Extra Points: Heels Chip Away At Big Workload

Posted Mar 11, 2006

Indeed, the workload is substantial for Bunting, his staff and players as they lay the foundation in March for the team that will engage Rutgers in combat come Sept. 2. There are three new coaches and two new quarterbacks. The demand looms to find three offensive line starters, a backup tailback, a starting fullback and a new compliment of wide receivers. And that's just on one side of the ball. (Tar Heel Blue)

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