5 Newcomers to Watch for UNC Football in 2017

Posted Feb 22, 2017
Finding a replacement for quarterback Mitch Trubisky will be at the top of UNC coach Larry Fedora's priority list this spring. There will also be openings at wide receiver, running back, and offensive line. Defensively, tackle Nazair Jones opted for the NFL and the secondary will need some new pieces. Here are five newcomers that will push for playing time in 2017. (Athlon Sports)

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