With the trend being NFL-bound athletes opting not to play in bowl games, Sam Howell’s decision to participate in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl drew speculation that the junior quarterback may stay in Chapel Hill for one more year. While UNC head coach Mack Brown says there’s no question in his mind that Howell should be a first round selection, he and his family are still gathering information before making a decision.
He’s going to be a first round draft choice by my estimation. His family is getting information, just like all the other guys, to make that decision.
Not wanting to distract from the team, don’t expect Howell to make any formal announcement about his intentions for next year before December 30th’s bowl game.