2024 NFL mock draft: Where UNC Tar Heels prospects are projected to land

Posted Apr 13, 2024
LB Cedric Gray to Green Bay Packers in 3rd round - Gray, UNC’s top defensive prospect, finished his college career as one of the most productive linebackers in the nation. WR Tez Walker to Kansas City Chiefs in 2nd round - An All-ACC receiver in his only season at UNC, Walker finished with 41 catches for 699 yards and seven touchdowns in eight games. (Fayetteville Observer)

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