Bold predictions for UNC football in 2024. A hot or cold start for Tar Heels?

Posted Aug 28, 2024
For the first time since 2018, the Tar Heels will start a season without Sam Howell or Drake Maye at quarterback. Despite the change under center, UNC returns six All-ACC players, including running back Omarion Hampton and pass rusher Kaimon Rucker. Here are three bold predictions for the Tar Heels: 1. UNC will start the season with an 8-0 record. (Fayetteville Observer)

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