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Bill Belichick’s Tar Heels finding success bringing down quarterbacks in sign of progress

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UNC linebacker Tyler Thompson has a simple explanation of how he keeps getting to the quarterback. "Really just effort and violence, bro," he said after tallying seven sacks in four games. "Like, if you really want it, you’ll get it." These days, he could be speaking for the Tar Heels’ entire defensive front. UNC’s pass rush has been an obvious sign of growth. (Associated Press) UNC Defensive End Tyler Thompson Playing With 'Effort and Violence'
Tyler Thompson made his first career start as a redshirt-freshman in 2024, tasked with filling a significant hole on defense.