Linebackers are one of the most important positions on defense; they are the generals on the field. The good news for the 'Heels is, they have a very good and deep group of linebackers.

Quan Sturdivant (6’2”, 230 lbs), who as a sophomore led the nation in solo tackles with 87, is predicted to receive ACC honors and receive national attention. Sturdivant will lead the team on defense as the captain and as the middle linebacker. He will be the leader of a strong group, and is expected to test the NFL waters at season’s end.

Bruce Carter will move over to the strong side linebacker from the weak side.  With a full year of starting experience under his...

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