Brown says Heels have practiced well; talks Howell and explains why he doesn't give crazy speeches

Posted Aug 28, 2019
Mack Brown spoke to the media after Wednesday's practice, which is the last time the Tar Heels would be in pads before Saturday's season-opener against South Carolina. "I thought Sunday and today they were really focused. I thought yesterday there was some of both, but this bunch has tried since we’ve been here. I expect them to play hard." (Heels Maven)

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