Introducing North Carolina sophomore Robert Quinn

Posted Nov 10, 2009
A pass-rushing force off the edge, North Carolina DE Robert Quinn ranks among the nation's top 10 in sacks (10) and tackles for loss (15.5). And the sophomore's will matches his play—he has rebounded from 2007 surgery that removed a benign brain tumor. Quinn spoke with Sporting News' Dave Curtis on Monday about his play, his past, and a prediction for next spring. (Sporting News)

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