Sam Howell, UNC provide glimpse of why expectations are so high

Posted Apr 24, 2021
On a rainy day at Kenan Stadium, fans got a glimpse of UNC's Heisman Trophy candidate and a look at other key elements that will make the Tar Heels a highly ranked team next season. Sam Howell connected on 6 of 10 passes for 118 yards and one touchdown as his Tar Heels team beat the Carolina team 14–12 Saturday in an 85-play scrimmage. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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