The Blue Zone

I really like the potential of Quinshad Davis & Kendrick Singleton to see the field early. Big targets at a position of need and both are thought of extremely highly by the staff.

Thought about adding Kedrick Davis as a kick returner because of his speed but I think guys like Todd Harrelson, T.J. Thorpe, Reggie Wilkins and Sean Tapley will man the kick/punt return positions.

Could have also had Justin Thomason over Jessie Rogers because both will get a chance to see time at DE even if injuries don't happen.

Physically, Phillip Williamson, Nathan Staub, Dan Mastromatteo could very easily see the field on special teams right away because they have great size already. However, I don't see any of them beating out the incumbents for playing time.

I'm intrigued about the prospects of Malik Simmons and T.J. Jiles especially who I think will be a dynamite cornerback in Chapel Hill although I think we'll start to see them come on after a redshirt season. Combos of Scott, Price, Shankle, Dixon and Jackson should be able to get the team through the season.

All of this is just one man's somewhat educated opinion......Thoughts?

Both Washington and Davis are so raw as wide outs that it's hard to put them on the list. I could see either or both starting as A-backs.

Washington's future might also be on defense if offensive doesn't workout for whatever reason. I could definitely see him growing into the Ram position with another 20-pounds or so.

D. Washington could end up being the best of the bunch...like Brandon Tate the kid just knows how to run after the catch and make people miss!!

I like Q and Singleton and Rogers and I think Mattsromatteo and Williamson will push to be on the Depth chart. I also like Staub and them two n special teams. I think the secondary will be competetive regardless, Could just be how the coach wants to approach it. Good choices Jon! IMO

DJ Bunn is a bust,,,,,I agree that Stauab may be the biggest sleeper in the long run...surprised he stuck actually

Bunn is likely a mostly special teams player. Really wondering how much he'll actually see the field the rest of his career at UNC.

Staub is a guy who was likely going to play fullback had Butch still been around. Lateral quickness and overall speed is a definite question with him and he can't carry any more weight.