UNC Freshmen Survive First Collegiate Test

Posted Sep 8, 2016
Larry Fedora thought as many as 13 true freshmen could see the field in the season-opening loss to Georgia. Only six rookies actually played, although their experiences against the Bulldogs started the maturation process that will pay dividends. Some freshmen, like cornerback Patrice Rene, had no doubt that they would see a lot of action in the season opener. (Inside Carolina)

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