How UNC's 2021 NFL Draftees Fit With Their New Teams

Posted May 6, 2021
The 2021 NFL Draft concluded Saturday with five UNC players selected — the program's most since 2017 (six). Running back Javonte Williams was the biggest winner of the event, hearing his name called by the Denver Broncos with the third pick of the second round. Here's a breakdown and analysis of each pick's fit and their projected rookie stats. (Inside Carolina)

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