Top 10 UNC Football True Freshmen From Preseason Camp

Posted Aug 20, 2019
True freshman quarterback Sam Howell figures to play a major role for the Tar Heels in 2019. Beyond Howell, two other true freshmen are indeed expected to start: Punter Ben Kiernan and long-snapper Drew Little. Here is a quick glance at the true freshmen expected to contribute the most for the Tar Heels and provide meaningful depth during the season. (Inside Carolina)

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