Mack Brown offers updates on statuses of Willie Lampkin and Gavin Blackwell

Posted Oct 4, 2023
Starting offensive lineman Willie Lampkin and starting receiver Gavin Blackwell appear to be on pace to suit up this weekend, according to UNC football coach Mack Brown. Lampkin missed the past two games against Minnesota and Pitt. Blackwell missed UNC’s game against Pitt after recording six catches for 88 yards the first three games of the season. (On3.com)

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