Tar Heels in NFL: Michael Carter scores TD, penalty denies Javonte Williams one

Posted Nov 15, 2021
In the Denver Broncos’ 30-13 loss to Philadelphia, Javonte Williams had eight carries, his fewest in four games, and ran for 48 yards, 20 coming on one run. Jets running back Michael Carter had 16 carries for 39 yards and a touchdown. In Pittsburgh’s 16-16 tie with Detroit, tight end Eric Ebron had two catches for 13 yards, including a 9-yard reception. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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