Mack Brown encouraged by defensive improvement as North Carolina exits spring ball

Posted Apr 16, 2023
Mack Brown was in an upbeat mood following UNC’s spring game on Saturday. “Spring games are unique and I felt like this one was as good as any that we’ve been around,” Brown said in his opening statement when he met with reporters after the scrimmage. “Drake’s Drake. He always plays good. We think we’ve really improved in the offensive line." (Saturday Road)

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