Charlotte 49ers Football Loaded with Tar Heel Ties
Posted Sep 4, 2024
As North Carolina begins the Conner Harrell era Saturday against Charlotte, three former Tar Heels will return to Chapel Hill. Ja'Qurious Conley, Dontae Balfour, and Justin Olson, who now represent the 49ers, return to face UNC. Former UNC coaches Dre' Bly, Tim Brewster, and Tim Cross also are on the Charlotte staff, as is former analyst Ty Greenwood.
(Tar Heel Illustrated)
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