Phil Steele's North Carolina Football Preview
Posted May 22, 2013
This year North Carolina has 13 returning starters, is in the second year under Larry Fedora and was -3 in net upsets last year. With quarterback Bryn Renner and an improved defense, UNC also draws a manageable schedule. My main two sets of power ratings call for a 9 and 10 win season, which means UNC has a shot at topping last year's 8 win total. (PDF file)
(PhilSteele.com)
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