Former UNC Football Players Des Lawrence, Khris Francis in XFL Draft pool

Posted Oct 9, 2019
Former UNC football players Des Lawrence and Khris Francis are among the players eligible for the XFL Draft, set for Oct. 15-16. Lawrence, an All-ACC cornerback at UNC, finished his career with three interceptions and 125 passes defended. Francis rushed for 348 yards and a touchdown while adding 20 receptions for 156 yards and a touchdown. (Heels Maven)

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