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Max Johnson named to the 2025 Comeback Player of the Year Watch List

Keeping It Heel | August 19, 2025

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After a grueling injury derailed his 2024 season, Max Johnson is looking to regain his spot as North Carolina's starting quarterback.

Aug 29, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Max Johnson (14) celebrates his rushing touchdown against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the first half at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Max Johnson's debut with the UNC football program didn't go nearly as planned.

Earning the starting quarterback job out of training camp, Johnson made his Tar Heel debut in the team's 2024 season opener at Minnesota.

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