Seizing the Opportunity

Posted Aug 16, 2011
It took just six games for Ebele Okakpu to see the football field as a highly touted freshman against Notre Dame in 2008. But that limelight would not last long, as he struggled to find his way until a change in approach helped him climb the depth chart and find a spot in the starting lineup. (Inside Carolina)

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