Second Thoughts On The ACC Weekend, Oct. 24

Posted Oct 24, 2011
UNC wide receiver Dwight Jones made some headlines last week when he declared that he was the best wide receiver in the ACC. At the time, Jones’ comments were considered a direct shot at Clemson freshmen sensation Sammy Watkins. Watkins delivered an emphatic response on the field, catching eight balls for 91 yards and a touchdown, while Jones was held to just two catches for 16 yards. (ACC Sports Journal)

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