Mack Brown previews UNC quarterback battle in the post-Sam Howell era

Posted Feb 23, 2022
As former North Carolina quarterback Sam Howell prepares for April's 2022 NFL Draft, head football coach Mack Brown must oversee his first quarterback battle in a while. For the first time in his second tenure with the Tar Heels, a new quarterback will emerge under center. The candidates include former 4-star recruits Drake Maye and Jacolby Criswell. (On3.com)

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