Grading UNC Football's Depth Chart Ahead Of Season Opener

Posted Aug 24, 2022
On offense, the Tar Heels are led by receiver Josh Downs. However, they have to replace quarterback Sam Howell and running back Ty Chandler with unproven options. Defensively, Gene Chizik is back at UNC to lead the unit, and he has some talent to work with. Ahead of Carolina's opener against Florida A&M, here is how each position group stacks up. (Saturday Road)

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