Tar Heels look to lock down its linebacking corps in 2021

Posted Aug 31, 2021
Following the loss of linebacker Chazz Surratt to the NFL Draft, UNC will look to find a replacement for the 2020 team captain and defensive MVP. Surratt's production will be difficult to replace, but the Tar Heels have experienced players to establish a solid foundation at the linebacker position. Here how these pieces are expected to come together. (Daily Tar Heel)

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