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Javonte Williams Drafted By Denver Broncos

North Carolina’s Javonte Williams became the first Tar Heel off the board in the NFL Draft on Friday. The Denver Broncos drafted the junior tailback with the 35th overall pick in the second round. Williams earned second-team AP All-America and second-team All-ACC honors in 2020 after rushing for 1,140 yards and catching 25 passes for 305 yards in 11 games. (Inside Carolina) Carolina Insider Podcast: NFL Draft, Peter Gammons
The NFL Draft goes through Saturday and the Tar Heels should be well represented. Hall of Fame writer and broadcaster Peter Gammons discusses Dean Smith's.