The 2021 NFL Draft concluded Saturday with five UNC players selected — the program's most since 2017 (six). Running back Javonte Williams was the biggest winner of the event, hearing his name called by the Denver Broncos with the third pick of the second round. Here's a breakdown and analysis of each pick's fit and their projected rookie stats. (Inside Carolina) Tar Heels ready to contend for College Football Playoff
While much of the discussion around North Carolina's ceiling in 2021 will be dominated by a focus on Sam Howell, the sub-headlines are the reasons.