Three Things to Watch at UNC Football's Spring Game - Defense

Posted Apr 15, 2023
Whatever platitudes were heaped on UNC’s offense last season, the opposite could be said about the Tar Heels' defense, which lacked quarterback pressure, gave up chunk plays, and didn't force enough turnovers. But this spring, Gene Chizik and his revamped secondary look to give UNC Football fans hope. Here are three things to watch on Saturday. (Tar Heel Blog)

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