UNC Football: 5 dark horse Tar Heels that could break out in 2016

Nov 14, 2015; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels tight end Brandon Fritts (82) runs after a catch against the Miami Hurricanes during the second half at Kenan Memorial Stadium. The Tar Heels won 59 - 21. Mandatory Credit: Evan Pike-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 14, 2015; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels tight end Brandon Fritts (82) runs after a catch against the Miami Hurricanes during the second half at Kenan Memorial Stadium. The Tar Heels won 59 - 21. Mandatory Credit: Evan Pike-USA TODAY Sports /
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Which UNC players are dark horse candidates to breakout in 2016?

Elijah Hood, Des Lawrence and Ryan Switzer have already made names for themselves as members of the North Carolina football team. These players have had breakout seasons and been named to all-conference teams in the past.

In the upcoming 2016 college football season, there are five North Carolina Tar Heels’ football players who are poised for breakout seasons. These players possess the necessary skill sets to thrust themselves into newfound fame. Although few of these players benefit from recent departures due to graduation and the NFL, their talent level speaks for itself.