Des Lawrence to Play in 2017 NFLPA Collegiate Bowl

Posted Dec 26, 2016
The NFL Players Association is proud to announce the next set of player commitments to the 2017 NFLPA Collegiate Bowl. Joining the roster is North Carolina defensive back Des Lawrence, among several others. Lawrence tallied 33 tackles, adding one sack and nine pass breakups for the Tar Heels through 12 games this season. (NFLPA.com)

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