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UNC in the NFL: Julius Peppers gives back to UNC through cleats

One of UNC’s favorite sons will give back to his alma mater during this weekend’s NFL action. Julius Peppers will wear special Tar Heels themed cleats against the Saints on Sunday.

Every year, the NFL grants the players an opportunity to bring awareness to a cause that is important to them. The “My Cause My Cleats” initiative lets players break traditional dress code and wear specially themed cleats.

This year, Julius Peppers aims to bring awareness to a scholarship he helped sustain at UNC.

The Light on the Hill Society Scholarship helps to serve African-American students at Chapel Hill.