Sam Howell Named Athlon Sports' National Offensive Freshman Of The Week

Posted Dec 1, 2019
With Week 14 of the college football season in the books, it’s time to honor some of the top performances. Freshman of the Week (Offense): Sam Howell, QB, North Carolina: Howell helped UNC clinch its sixth victory of the season by throwing for 401 yards and three touchdowns on 23 completions in a 41-10 blowout win against NC State on Saturday. (Athlon Sports)

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