Da'Norris Searcy: 'Carolina Was the Best Four Years of My Life'

Posted Aug 1, 2020
Da’Norris Searcy came to UNC as a dynamic defensive back recruit with NFL aspirations. He left as a bona fide safety prospect after he picked off a team-high four balls as a senior for a UNC defense that ranked No. 12 in the country in interceptions per game. Along the way, he made lifelong friendships — and most importantly — found the love of his life. (Inside Carolina)

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