UNC Wide Receiver J.J. Jones Hits Ascending Gear in Up-And-Down Season

Posted Oct 29, 2024
The resurgence of J.J. Jones, who flashed slipperiness in the open field and the concentration to make contested catches in UNC's rout of Virginia, has become the latest development in an up-and-down season for the veteran receiver. He recorded a career-high 129 receiving yards and two touchdown grabs in the Tar Heels' 41-14 win at Scott Stadium. (Inside Carolina)

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