Greg McElroy says North Carolina is 'for real,' could contend for CFP berth

Posted Oct 21, 2023
Greg McElroy believes in UNC as a potential contender for the College Football Playoff. McElroy was on the call for UNC’s 41-31 victory over Miami. On Monday, he broke down the Tar Heels on an episode of Always College Football. “North Carolina is very real,” McElroy said. McElroy called out specific areas of growth for the Tar Heels on the defense. (Saturday Road)

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