After the first 6 games of his sophomore season, LB Jeremiah Gemmel has become an unexpendable piece of North Carolina’s linebackers group. But is he getting enough recognition?
Much like its offense led by QB Sam Howell, North Carolina’s defensive efforts have produced rapid improvements over a year that are nearly impossible to avoid. When comparing UNC’s 2018 and 2019 seasons, the Tar Heels have gone from ranking 106th in total points allowed to 52nd, while also allowing 10 fewer points per game through their last 6 matchups.
Beyond last year’s hiring of Mack Brown, numerous factors help explain the drastic improvements on the opposite side of the ball.