Joe Thuney and Mack Hollins may not realize it, but they are the only two players representing the state of North Carolina in Sunday’s Super Bowl LII in Minneapolis.
Former N.C. State standout Thuney, a second-year offensive lineman for the New England Patriots, will be trying to win his second straight Super Bowl. Hollins, a former standout at North Carolina, is a rookie wide receiver with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Thuney has been steady for the Patriots after being chosen in the third round of the 2016 NFL draft with the 78th overall pick. Thuney has started every game at left guard over the past two seasons, including the 34-28 win over the Atlanta Falcons in last year’s Super Bowl.