Cayson Collins discusses linebackers, improvements on defense

Posted Apr 19, 2016
Outside linebacker Cayson Collins has shown flashes of brilliant play over his two years at UNC. Collins has demonstrated a knack for being in the right place at the right time to deliver a big hit or force and recover a fumble. Mostly a reserve in the previous two seasons, the 6-1, 235-pound Charlotte native will be counted to be a big time player in 2016. (Carolina Blue)

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