Which true freshmen could play for UNC against Virginia Tech? Jahvaree Ritzie leads the list

Posted Sep 1, 2021
Four-star defensive lineman Jahvaree Ritzie enrolled early at UNC in January, and he’s drawn rave reviews. After capping off a solid spring with three tackles and a tackle for loss in UNC’s spring game and continuing his development through the summer, the former Glenn High School standout is in line for snaps in the No. 10 Tar Heels’ season opener. (Fayetteville Observer)

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