Which Freshmen Could See The Field for UNC Football This Season?

Posted Aug 27, 2025
Even with limited access, there is a sense of which freshmen UNC Football coach Bill Belichick plans to play, and he is not afraid to use them. Here are the true and redshirt freshmen who could see the field for the Tar Heels. 1. Running Back Demon June; 2. Running Back Jaylen McGill; 3. Wide Receiver Alex Taylor; 4. Offensive Lineman Eidan Buchanan. (Sports Illustrated)

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