Draft proves solid for local athletes
The Burlington Times-News reports a strong local NFL Draft showing. Cameron Clark of Greensboro Smith, an offensive lineman for Charlotte, was drafted in the fourth round by the New York Jets after a 49-game Charlotte career. Alex Highsmith of Charlotte went in the third round to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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Undrafted players get NFL chances with free-agent deals
North Carolina in state players plus Sean Pollard join NFL pursuit after draft as undrafted free agents. Pollard signs with the Baltimore Ravens while others from Appalachian State Duke UNC Charlotte ECU and UNC Pembroke seek roster spots with Vikings Bills Bears Giants and Jets, hoping to prove themselves in rookie and minicamps.
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Kenseth Returns to NASCAR with Ganassi No. 42 Ride
Former Cup champion Matt Kenseth comes out of retirement to drive for Chip Ganassi Racing in the No. 42 Chevrolet replacing fired Kyle Larson after a virtual race incident. Ganassi seeks a NASCAR waiver to contend for the season title as Kenseth, 48, joins Kurt Busch in a high profile return pairing.
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