UNC among Phil Steele's 12 potential surprise college football teams in 2023

Posted Jul 18, 2023
Quarterback Drake Maye is enough to warrant a spot on this list. Yet, there’s more to the Tar Heels than a talented QB. UNC ranked second in the ACC in yards per game and third in scoring. Carolina's fate ultimately will fall on its defense. Luckily, UNC returns linebackers Cedric Gray and Power Echols while adding transfers Armani Chatman and Alijah Huzzie. (On3.com)

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