The NFL Draft, Brian Simmons' Advice, and the Draftable Tar Heels

Posted Apr 25, 2024
North Carolina Football's social media account noted 15 players who are likely on NFL Draft boards. Brian Simmons, UNC’s Senior Advisor to the Head Coach/Pro Liaison, has spent time with the draftable Tar Heels discussing with them so many aspects of what will take place not only this week, but also in the weeks after each are selected by NFL teams. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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