Former UNC Receiver Thomas Jackson Transfers to Louisville

Posted May 25, 2019
Thomas Jackson waited patiently for an opportunity at UNC as a walk-on. After earning a scholarship his redshirt sophomore season, Jackson hauled in 17 receptions and four touchdowns. In December, the Tar Heels decided they needed Jackson’s scholarship to help haul in new talent. That’s where Louisville and former UNC receivers coach Gunter Brewer came into play. (Big Red Louie)

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