The pro day workout circuit winds through Chapel Hill on Monday for North Carolina’s display. All 32 NFL teams are expected to be on hand for the workout, where the featured performer is quarterback Sam Howell.
The Detroit Lions contingency at the Tar Heels’ pro day is headed by special assistant Chris Spielman. His appearance helps cover the gap for head coach Dan Campbell and GM Brad Holmes, who are unavailable while at the NFL’s owners’ meeting.
Howell was trumpeted as a potential No. 1 overall pick entering the 2021 college season. He had a rough outing on national television in the opener, a tough loss to Virginia Tech, and his stock with the draft media never really recovered even though he turned in a very impressive season otherwise. The Lions know Howell well from working with him and coaching him during the Senior Bowl.
List of NFL executives at UNC pro-day to see QB Sam Howell include: Kevin Colbert & Brandon Hunt (Steelers), Jeff Ireland (Saints), Chris Spielman (Lions), Pat Stewart (Panthers), Marty Hurney (Commanders), and Tim McDonnell (Giants). https://t.co/q7wzwhmrwy
— Jim Nagy (@JimNagy_SB) March 28, 2022
