Jacolby Criswell looks to rewrite story after returning to UNC football: "I'm my own guy"

Posted Jul 17, 2024
Jacolby Criswell is ready to write his own story. Following three seasons at UNC behind quarterbacks Sam Howell and Drake Maye, Criswell transferred to Arkansas looking for more opportunity. But as a Razorback, the season still didn't go as planned. So, when the transfer portal opened, Criswell decided to reset at the place he originally called home. (Daily Tar Heel)

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