UNC Football: Heartbreaking helmet stickers after NC State loss

Nov 26, 2021; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Sam Howell (7) throws a pass during the first half against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 2021; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Sam Howell (7) throws a pass during the first half against the North Carolina State Wolfpack at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 16, 2021; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels linebacker Cedric Gray (33) celebrates after the game at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Gray intercepted the ball in the last minute to seal the victory. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 16, 2021; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels linebacker Cedric Gray (33) celebrates after the game at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Gray intercepted the ball in the last minute to seal the victory. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

Cedric Gray

Throughout his sophomore season, Cedric Gray has really developed into a weekly standout performer for the Tar Heels’ defense.

Against the Wolfpack, Gray had another stellar game. The Charlotte, North Carolina native registered 12 total tackles (which ties his career-high) while also picking up half a sack. Gray was responsible for a fumble recovery that ultimately led to the Tar Heels putting more points on the board.

Gray was simply all over the field, and when the Tar Heels needed a big play, the sophomore linebacker was there to provide it. Although the defense had their fair share of hiccups in this one, watching Gray is a reminder that there is hope for the future of this unit moving forward.

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