Jacolby Criswell, Drake Maye show in win over Wofford that post-Howell QB prospects are bright

Posted Nov 20, 2021
Tar Heel fans got a glimpse of what UNC football will be like next season without Sam Howell. With the record-breaking junior quarterback out of uniform while nursing an upper-body injury, sophomore Jacolby Criswell and freshman Drake Maye got the chance to show what they could do during a 34-14 victory Saturday over Wofford to earn bowl eligibility. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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