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Aug 29, 2026
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ES Ed Small Score a Touchdown (Yes: +225)
The market has not fully recognized Sammis' slot receiver utilization, as Skyler Bell registered 1,278 yards and 13 touchdowns last year, alongside health concerns with TCU's other starting pass catchers.
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JP Jeremy Payne First TD (Yes: +400)
Jeremy Payne averaged 150 scrimmage yards per game in the last three contests of the season and will be the primary focus of the offense.
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JS Jordan Shipp Score a Touchdown (Yes: 34%)
Bobby Petrino's offensive strategy emphasizes using his WR1, and Shipp, who had 84 yards in last year's game against a weak TCU secondary, is likely to be a key player for UNC this season.
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JS Jordan Shipp o55.5 Receiving Yards
Shipp recorded 60 catches for 671 yards and six touchdowns last season, becoming a key contributor in the Tar Heels' passing game, with over 59.5 receiving yards in five of his last six games.
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JP Jeremy Payne o85.5 Rushing Yards (53%)
Jeremy Payne rushed for 623 yards on 110 attempts last season, averaging 5.7 yards per carry.
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