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UNC Football's Mixed NFL Draft: One Pick, Multiple Contracts

4/28/2025

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The 2025 NFL Draft saw a disappointing outcome for UNC, with just one player selected. However, hope remains as several undrafted Tar Heels, including John Copenhaver (Jaguars), Power Echols (Bears), and Alijah Huzzie (Texans), secured NFL contracts. Notably, Huzzie inked a lucrative three-year deal worth $2.675 million. Meanwhile, former quarterback Sam Howell made waves with a trade to the Vikings.

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Story summary

The 2025 NFL Draft saw a disappointing outcome for UNC, with just one player selected. However, hope remains as several undrafted Tar Heels, including John Copenhaver (Jaguars), Power Echols (Bears), and Alijah Huzzie (Texans), secured NFL contracts. Notably, Huzzie inked a lucrative three-year deal worth $2.675 million. Meanwhile, former quarterback Sam Howell made waves with a trade to the Vikings.