UNC loses 3 injured starters for year ahead of Duke game

Posted Sep 21, 2017
North Carolina's injury situation is getting worse. The school says three starters — linebacker Andre Smith, offensive tackle William Sweet and receiver Thomas Jackson — are out for the season due to injuries. That's according to Thursday's injury report ahead of Saturday's game against rival Duke. UNC's injury report for Duke listed 19 players. (Associated Press)

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