Tar Heels in NFL: Ebron, Steelers move to 9-0; Hurst starts for Saints; Holcomb plays every down

Posted Nov 17, 2020
Tight end Eric Ebron is contributing however he can to help the Steelers remain the NFL’s only undefeated team. Cincinnati RB Giovani Bernard started ahead of injured Joe Mixon and finished with 47 total yards. Saints offensive tackle James Hurst got his first start of the season. Linebacker Cole Holcomb played every defensive snap for Washington. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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