Jacolby Criswell Gets Chance, Shows Comfort In UNC Win

Posted Sep 15, 2024
Prior to this season, Jacolby Criswell's last touchdown pass as a Tar Heel came in September 2021 — 1,100 days ago. After that, he spent the rest of his first stint at North Carolina backing up Sam Howell and Drake Maye before transferring to the Arkansas Razorbacks. "When is it my time, Lord?" he'd ask as he awaited his next opportunity. (Inside Carolina)

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