Jahvaree Ritzie, Josh Downs Discuss Prosperity, Georgia Tech, And More

Posted Nov 16, 2022
As North Carolina continues preparing for its home football game Saturday vs. Georgia Tech, two Tar Heels met with the media following practice on Wednesday morning. Sophomore defensive lineman Jahvaree Ritzie and junior wide receiver Josh Downs were available to field questions. Here are video, notes, and quotes from what they had to say. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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