UNC Football: Five Most Talented Players

Oct 6, 2012; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels linebacker Kevin Reddick (48) forces a fumble by Virginia Tech Hokies quarterback Logan Thomas (3) as North Carolina Tar Heels linebacker Norkeithus Otis (52) and cornerback Terry Shankle (24) help defend during the fourth quarter at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

Heading into the 2014-15 season, there are high hopes for the North Carolina football team.  The Heels are ranked #23 in the Nation, and are expected to contend for the Coastal Division crown.  If UNC is to have a successful season, they will need their most talented players to step up.

The following is a list of the five players who I think can have the biggest impact for the Heels this season.  To come up with this list, I looked at past stats but focused mostly on how each player can use their talents to help Carolina win games.

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I also focused on players who play skill positions (including linebacker).  This is not saying that linemen will not help UNC win games; I just believe that the skill players will have a greater impact.

Without any further ado, here is my list of the five most talented Tar Heel football players.

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