Former UNC WR Nate McCollum Signs With Arizona Cardinals

Posted Aug 3, 2025
Former UNC wide receiver Nate McCollum has signed with the Arizona Cardinals. McCollum entered the NFL with the Seattle Seahawks in May as an undrafted free agent. In five college seasons, McCollum had 143 receptions for 1,521 yards and five touchdowns. He also returned 17 kickoff for 448 yards at UNC in 2024. McCollum will wear No. 39. (Revenge of the Birds)

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