UNC Kicker Grayson Atkins Looks to Build on Strong Finish

Posted Jan 25, 2021
Mack Brown's faith in Grayson Atkins following the kicker's field goal slump paid off and signaled a turning point in his season. Atkins made 10 of his next 12 field goals to finish the season 12-of-18 (66.7 percent). In a press conference with the media on Friday, Atkins admitted his coach's confidence in him was a big reason he ended 2020 on a high note. (Inside Carolina)

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