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Bug Howard honors Mack Hollins in UNC football's win over Virginia

As soon as Mack Hollins landed hard on his shoulder after grabbing a 49-yard pass against Miami, he knew it was bad.

Tests confirmed his gut, and No. 21 North Carolina announced to the players last Sunday that its big-play specialist at wide receiver would miss the rest of his senior season because of a broken right collarbone.

But on Saturday, No. 13— Mack’s number — was out catching passes in warmups before UNC’s 35-14 win over Virginia.

UNC Football defeats UVA 35-14
UNC Football defeats UVA 35-14

And in the second quarter, No.