Ryan Switzer meets Michael Jordan during visit to UNC

Posted Feb 15, 2019
Ryan Switzer enjoyed a unique experience when he visited his alma mater this week. Switzer, who took in No. 8 North Carolina's 69-61 loss to No. 4 Virginia on Monday, met Michael Jordan, regarded as the greatest player in NBA history. Switzer, who underwent ankle surgery in January, has just concluded his first season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. (247 Sports)

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