Inspired by the many NFL players who show up for training camp in flashy rides and unusual outfits, Patrice Rene hoped to make the most of his arrival to the last training camp of his North Carolina career.
Before reporting to camp on Thursday, Rene started brainstorming how he could make his entrance special. He wanted it to be comical. More importantly, he wanted to make a statement.
That's why the cornerback showed up to the Hyatt Place wearing a hard hat, safety goggles and an orange construction vest, an outfit that not only encapsulated the "Let's get this work" mantra that Tim Cross has popularized among the team and fans, but also reflects Rene's attitude entering his senior season.