Tar Heels in NFL: Smith’s Falcons pull out last-second win; Hollins has 40 receiving yards

Posted Jan 2, 2023
A 20-19 victory for Coach Arthur Smith’s Atlanta Falcons at home against Arizona highlighted Week 17 for UNC alums as his team finally pulled out a victory in a close game. Defensive tackle Jalen Dalton had a tackle and an assist for Atlanta. Mack Hollins had three catches for 40 yards in the Las Vegas Raiders’ 37-34 overtime loss to San Francisco. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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