Tar Heels in NFL: Josh Downs dazzles, Javonte Williams ran like the 'old days'

Posted Sep 30, 2024
Running back Javonte Williams had his best game of the season, "feeling like the old days," and wide receiver Josh Downs had a huge day, leading their teams to Week 4 victories on Sunday. Downs caught eight passes on nine targets for 82 yards, including a 25-yard reception and a four-yard touchdown catch, and had some big third-down catches. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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