Tar Heels in NFL: 21 on rosters, including several likely starters

Posted Sep 3, 2024
There was plenty of good news for UNC alums heading into Week 1 of the NFL season, with 21 on rosters — five expected to start — and two on practice squads. Three players atop the depth charts are wide receivers — Washington’s Dyami Brown, Indianapolis’ Josh Downs and Buffalo’s Mack Hollins. Also starting is Denver running back Javonte Williams. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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