Dwight Jones Elevating His Game

Posted Mar 23, 2011
Within the skill position groups, one senior has decided to lead by example instead of with his words. Plenty of people thought Dwight Jones would bolt for the NFL after his breakout junior campaign, but the Burlington, N.C. native decided to return for his final season of eligibility. But don’t think he’s feeling fat and happy after developing into one of the ACC’s top wide receivers last fall. (Inside Carolina)

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