Several Tar Heels look to make their mark on UNC's revamped special teams unit

Posted Aug 23, 2022
Following the departure of former special teams coach Jovan Dewitt, UNC running backs coach Larry Porter will now take over the Tar Heels special teams unit while maintaining his running back duties. Porter isn't the only person stepping into a new role. After the graduation of former place kicker Grayson Atkins, the Tar Heels are looking for a new starter. (Daily Tar Heel)

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