Kyler McMichael sends heartfelt message to UNC, fans

Posted Dec 21, 2021
North Carolina Tar Heels junior Kyler McMichael won’t play in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl against South Carolina. Instead, he will be making the step to the next level by declaring for the NFL Draft. The cornerback transferred to UNC from Clemson in 2019. McMichael took to Twitter on Friday to send a message to Tar Heels fans after opting out. (On3.com)

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