A Look At What Preceded Tar Heel Players Opting Out Of Orange Bowl

Posted Dec 26, 2020
Four players—following a total of six injuries, two position changes, untold lies, and being written off for being a little short, slow or just not the right look, Javonte Williams, Michael Carter, Chazz Surratt, and Dyami Brown made four tough decisions. They know, more than just about anyone criticizing them, just how ruthless a world they’re about to enter. (All Tar Heels)

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