Smith, Miles help key Tar Heels defense

Posted Dec 27, 2016
Andre Smith and Donnie Miles have been two of UNC's top defensive players all season. They also share being from the state of Florida, which has help them bond during the course of their careers. The two will be key for the Tar Heels defense on Friday when they take on Stanford in the 83rd Sun Bowl. Smith, a 6-foot, 240-pound linebacker, is UNC's top tackler. (El Paso Times)

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