Deep Group of Tar Heel Running Backs Competing for Snaps

Posted Aug 3, 2022
British Brooks has stepped up to the plate as the leader of the Tar Heels' running backs and is the frontrunner for the top spot on the depth chart. UNC also added 4-star freshmen George Pettaway and Omarion Hampton, and while they provide youth and energy, a veteran in junior D.J. Jones is now healthy ready to play after dealing with injuries. (Inside Carolina)

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