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Xavier Lewis Shines as UNC Defense Dominates | Tar Heel Basketball News
UNC’s defense, led by breakout sophomore Xavier Lewis with seven tackles, four and a half TFLs, and two sacks, shut down TCU despite sloppy play and bad weather. Lewis’ dominant performance energized the whole defensive line, signaling a stronger-than-expected season ahead. Offensively, tight end Jelani Thurman shined with four catches for 94 yards — more than any UNC TE managed last year — while honoring his mother in jersey number 45. The Tar Heels now turn their focus to a home game against East Tennessee State on September 12 at noon, primed to build on this defensive momentum. Listen in…
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