Tar Heels in NFL: Williams, Carter have impressive moments ahead of facing each other next week

Posted Sep 20, 2021
Rookie running backs Javonte Williams and Michael Carter each had their eye-catching moments on Sunday afternoon, a week away from facing each other for the first time in the NFL. Williams ran for 64 yards on 13 carries, including a 16-yard rush, in his Denver Broncos’ 23–13 win at Jacksonville. Carter was one of the few bright spots for the New York Jets. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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