UNC football preview: returning starters look to have best season yet in Mack Brown era

Posted Jul 9, 2021
With Heisman candidate quarterback Sam Howell, 18 returning starters, and the No. 14 recruiting class in the nation, Mack Brown’s Tar Heels look to become a top contender in the ACC this fall. For North Carolina football, to “be the one” is more than just being the best version of oneself as an individual; it’s about holding oneself accountable for the team. (Daily Tar Heel)

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