Several Former UNC Football Players Sign With Teams Following NFL Draft

Posted May 2, 2022
Following the NFL Draft, two Tar Heels are headed to the Bay Area after signing with the San Francisco 49ers: linebacker Jeremiah Gemmel and tight end Garrett Walston. Offensive lineman Jordan Tucker signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Tomon Fox signed with the New York Giants. And defensive back Kyler McMichael signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (Chapelboro.com)

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