UNC cornerback Marcus Allen embraces leadership role in Tar Heels' revamped defense

Posted Aug 4, 2025
With a new season and UNC aiming to redefine its defense, senior defensive back Marcus Allen is stepping into a pivotal role — one that blends expectation with experience, mentorship with motivation. Allen knows the stakes of his final college season. "I’m just trying to work on my craft and perfect the little things that held me back last year." (Tar Heel Tribune)

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