One reason for optimism for every ACC football team in 2021

Posted Jun 17, 2021
North Carolina: Having one of the country's top players. There are many reasons to be excited about UNC football this year and pointing out the quarterback is too easy at times. But Sam Howell is an early Heisman Trophy favorite, is expected to be one of the best in college football this year, and likely will be the first quarterback taken in the 2022 NFL Draft. (247 Sports)

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