Greg Elleby answers call

Posted Oct 8, 2009
A year ago, UNC's Greg Elleby was chasing down quarterbacks as a defensive end. The fact that he's now protecting signal callers -- as a starter on the Tar Heels' offensive line -- still makes him grin and shake his head. Elleby's move into a starting offensive role a mere six months after changing sides of the line is a testament to his focused study and natural instincts -- and to UNC's desperation up front. (Raleigh News & Observer)

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