Chansky’s Notebook: The Grunt Guys

Posted Oct 20, 2023
Playing offensive line is a thankless job, even when things go well. For example, grad student center Corey Gaynor seems to be the heart and soul of UNC’s O-line, but the only time you hear his name mentioned is when he is flagged for holding or a block in the back. If Gaynor is good for all the other snaps, then there should be a stat to recognize that. (Chapelboro.com)

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