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Anthony Pagnotta in Heel Tough Blog

Aug 3, 2017

2017 Tar Heel Position Breakdowns: LB

Mike Ekeler takes over as linebackers coach after John Papuchis replaced defensive coordinator Gene Chizik. He is tasked with slowing down opposing run games, which ran for 227.3 yards per game last season. The positive for Ekeler is that all but two tackles…

Anthony Pagnotta in Heel Tough Blog

Aug 3, 2017

2017 Tar Heel Position Breakdowns: DB

As the NFL Draft entry deadline approached, there was a situation where the Heels would lose all four starters from the secondary. Instead, both juniors returned for their senior seasons and the secondary will once again be in good shape under new defensive back…

Anthony Pagnotta in Heel Tough Blog

Aug 3, 2017

2017 Tar Heel Position Breakdowns: DL

The pass rush has been non-existent for about three years now. Deke Adams, who is back in Chapel Hill after a stint East Carolina, is tasked with reviving this relatively lifeless unit. The pass rush hasn’t been the only issue. The defensive line has not shown…

Anthony Pagnotta in Heel Tough Blog

Aug 3, 2017

2017 Tar Heel Position Breakdowns: ST

Special teams has been a staple of the Heels since Larry Fedora took the head coaching job in Chapel Hill. This year, there will be a lot of changes to a unit Fedora has coached since he took over in 2011. The Heels must replace a kicker, holder and both return…

August 03, 2017

August 17, 2017

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