Late Hits: A look back and a look ahead in college football

Posted Sep 20, 2010
T.J. Yates: The supposed "weak link" at UNC has been nothing short of the Tar Heels' best player through two difficult losses. Even more impressive has been his character. Thrust into an untenable situation of someone else's doing, the senior quarterback has emerged as the spokesman for the troubled football program when others have been either unwilling or incapable. (Raleigh News & Observer)

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