Dwight Jones Named ACC Offensive Back of the Week

Posted Oct 18, 2010
Offensive Back: Dwight Jones, UNC, WR - Jones had seven receptions for 198 yards and two touchdowns (all career highs) in Carolina’s 44-10 victory at Virginia. It was the Tar Heels’ first win at UVA since 1981. Jones, who had 119 receiving yards in the first quarter, had touchdown catches of 81 and 20 yards. He also had a 54-yard reception to the 1-yard line, which led to another TD. (ESPN.com)

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