North Carolina Wide Receiver Josh Downs NFL Pro Day Q&A

Posted Mar 27, 2023
Former UNC receivers Josh Downs and Antoine Green caught passes Monday from quarterback Drake Maye in front of more than 45 NFL scouts and front-office personnel for UNC's Pro Day. Following the workout, Downs met with reporters to discuss the workout, meeting with NFL teams, his UNC experience, and his expectations moving forward. (Inside Carolina)

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