Tez Walker Opts Out of Bowl Game, Will Enter 2024 NFL Draft

Posted Dec 8, 2023
Wide receiver Tez Walker will enter the 2024 NFL Draft. Over the last couple weeks, sources within the UNC program had been optimistic about Walker's return. However, sources said once Walker's camp determined a projection that he'll be drafted in the first two rounds, the decision was made this week to turn pro and not play in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. (Inside Carolina)

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