Why CJ Sadler didn’t play vs. Syracuse as Nyqir Helton’s role surged

Posted Oct 26, 2026
C.J. Sadler went from starting at wide receiver for UNC to not playing an offensive snap Saturday against Syracuse, a change Bill Belichick attributed to Nyqir "Boomer" Helton’s improved practice performance. Wide receivers coach Garrick McGee said Monday that Helton had spent weeks making plays against the Tar Heels' defense on the scout team. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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