Bigger role for Greg Little, at tailback

Posted Nov 21, 2007

When offensive coordinator John Shoop told wide receiver Greg Little last week that the team needed him to step in at tailback, "I thought he meant for a few plays," the freshman said. One start and 24 carries later, the Durham Hillside product is North Carolina's best chance to have a player rush for at least 100 yards in a game this season -- and keep a 40-year streak alive. (Raleigh News & Observer)

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