UNC's defense has developed an edge in camp. Here's how the Tar Heels are doing it.

Posted Aug 9, 2019
Before heading out for Friday’s practice, Mack Brown put a quote of the day on the board. “Pressure only comes when you don’t know what you’re doing,” it read. For Jake Lawler and UNC's defense, it hit close to home as the group is beginning to adjust to the new scheme installed by defensive coordinator Jay Bateman and gotten used to a new staff. (Heels Maven)

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