Robert Quinn named ACC defensive lineman of the week

Posted Nov 9, 2009
UNC sophomore defensive end Robert Quinn found his way into the Blue Devil backfield for three sacks, another 1.5 tackles for loss, and six quarterback hurries in the Tar Heels’ 19-6 win over Duke. Quinn had seven total tackles, a forced fumble and a fourth-down pass breakup to lead the UNC defense in limiting Duke’s potent passing attack to 113 yards. Quinn is ranked fifth nationally with 15.5 tackles for loss and sixth with 10.0 sacks. (ESPN.com)

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