John Shoop, Part IV: Learning Curve

Posted Jan 21, 2010
One of the concerns for North Carolina in 2010 will be the wide receivers. Outside of Greg Little, who had 62 catches for 724 yards, the young group of wideouts had its struggles this past season. There was a definite learning curve for the Tar Heels’ young group of receivers. Eric Highsmith led the underclassmen, catching 37 passes for 425 yards, second on the team. (Inside Carolina)

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