Friday's UNC Football Links

"So far, the 5-foot-8, 170-pound receiver has been doing just fine. He ranks fifth in the nation in receptions per game with 7.6 and, with 38 catches, has surpassed his total from last season."
'Small man' makes big plays for UNC
The Raleigh News and Observer

"But first comes Saturday's blood feud with 0-5 North Carolina, which visits Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium for the first time at 3:30 p.m. (WRAL). The Tar Heels' secondary is short on healthy bodies and confidence these days, being part of a defense that ranks last in the nation in points and yards allowed."
Receptions not translating into wins for Copper, Pollock
The Durham Herald Sun

”Saturday afternoon's football game between East Carolina University and the University of North Carolina features a pair of lackluster squads, yet the contest's drawing power remains strong. Expect a major influx this weekend as the Tar Heels make their first-ever trip to Greenville.”
Despite winless records, ECU-UNC game to be a victory for Greenville
The Greenville Daily Reflector

“But instead of wearing the Carolina blue and white of UNC, Whimper, a defensive end, will suit up in the purple and gold of East Carolina when the Tarheels make their first-ever trip to Greenville.”
Whimper eager to play Heels
The New Bern Sun Journal