Jay Bateman Confident and Excited About UNC's 2020 Defense

Posted Feb 20, 2020
While North Carolina's offense returns a bevy of talent, the storylines for the UNC defense will be replacing key players at key positions. Less than a month from the start of spring practice, Bateman previewed the 2020 football season and the Tar Heels' personnel. The major takeaway from the interview is that Bateman has confidence in his group. (Inside Carolina)

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