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Tar Heels in NFL: Javonte Williams, Josh Downs help teams win; Michael Carter makes Arizona debut


Week 12 of the NFL season started with a frustrating Thanksgiving Day for former UNC quarterback and Washington, but wide receiver and running back helped the Colts and Broncos earn Sunday victories, and running back made his Arizona debut. Downs had five catches on 13 targets for 43 yards. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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Tar Heels in NFL: Javonte Williams, Josh Downs help teams win; Michael Carter makes Arizona debut