Wilmington’s Cooper steps into the spotlight as a Tar Heel leader
Dispelling the myth that offensive linemen are only noticed when they do something wrong, junior guard Jonathan Cooper -- a graduate of Hoggard High -- has used his outgoing personality to help the...
View ArticleCasey Barth: The next Karate Kid?
At the urging of teammate Brennan Williams, the UNC kicker and Hoggard High graduate dabbled in Tae Kwon Do this summer to help improve his leg strength.… Read More »
View ArticleTar Heels lose starting OT Williams for the season
North Carolina’s offensive line will be shorthanded for Saturday’s rivalry game against N.C. State with the loss of starting right tackle Brennan Williams, who had surgery Thursday to repair a torn...
View ArticleFive questions to ponder before kickoff
ACC Insider Brett Friedlander takes a look ahead at today's games and five key things to watch around the league.… Read More »
View ArticleJonathan Cooper pushing himself to new limits at Arizona training facility
As one of several elite football stars training at Athletes Performance Institute in preparation for the NFL’s Scouting Combine later this month, former UNC star and Wilmington native Jonathan Cooper...
View ArticleStrong Pro Day performance solidifies Cooper’s status as top NFL pick
All-America offensive guard Jonathan Cooper has been one of the most sought-after players available since wrapping up his career at North Carolina as an Outland Trophy finalist last December. But...
View ArticleACC sends another large group of draftees, UFAs to the NFL
Here's the complete list of all 30 ACC players who were selected in this weekend's NFL draft, along with those were were signed afterward as undrafted free agents.… Read More »
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