Three UNC Football Signees Named to North Carolina AP All-State Team Posted Jan 8, 2019 North Carolina quarterback signee Sam Howell headlines the N.C. Associated Press All-State team. The 6-foot-1, 225-pound quarterback was named the offensive player of the year in the state of North Carolina. Offensive tackle Triston Miller and wide receiver Emery Simmons are the two other UNC signees on the AP All-State team. Simmons was selected as a returner. (Inside Carolina)