UNC Football: Things Larry Fedora is thankful for this year

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Nov 7, 2015; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Ryan Switzer (3) reacts in the end zone with wide receiver Mack Hollins (13) after scoring a touchdown in the first quarter at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports /

Larry Fedora is thankful for…Mack Hollins and Ryan Switzer

In 2016, the best high school football players are known by many people via social media and popular recruiting outlets. In 2013, this was not the case for Mack Hollins, Bug Howard and Ryan Switzer. None of these players were household names as high school recruits.

In fact, Hollins was a walk-on at UNC. He earned his scholarship the “Missouri way”, also known as the “Show Me State.” He had to show off his skills just to get on the team. Next thing you know, Hollins became a starter and his name is forever etched in the record books at UNC.

Ryan Switzer transformed his game. In high school, he played running back. Several years later, Switzer made a name for himself as a wide receiver and special teams returner. Like Hollins, Switzer’s impact on UNC will be felt for a long time.

Both players have the top two longest pass receptions in UNC football history. Hollins has the record for most yards per catch in a season (24.8 in 2015) and for a career (20.9). Before the end of this season, Switzer will set UNC records for career receptions and possibly receiving touchdowns.

Having players like these on the roster illustrates just how good of a recruiter and judge of talent and skill that Larry Fedora is.

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