Hidden Talents: Jeff Schoettmer, Star Coverage Linebacker

Posted Jul 29, 2015
Jeff Schoettmer is well-known for his talents as a run stopping linebacker. The long-haired Texan was Carolina’s leading tackler last season with 74 tackles. However, he is also UNC’s best linebacker in pass coverage. He had two interceptions last season and four pass breakups, both two of the better marks on the team for any player, not just linebackers. (Keeping It Heel)

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