The University of North Carolina Tar Heels have been dealt a major blow as their star quarterback Drake Maye has announced his decision to enter the 2021 NFL Draft and forgo the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. Maye, who was a four-year starter for the Tar Heels, was widely expected to be one of the top picks in the draft.
Maye had a stellar career at UNC, leading the team to three bowl appearances and two ACC Coastal Division titles. He was also named the ACC Offensive Player of the Year in 2020 and was a finalist for the Heisman Trophy. Maye was a dual-threat quarterback, throwing for over 8,000 yards and rushing for over 1,500 yards in his four years at UNC.
The news of Maye’s decision to enter the NFL Draft has been met with mixed reactions from Tar Heel fans. While some are disappointed that he won’t be playing in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl, others are excited for him to take his talents to the next level.
Maye’s decision to enter the NFL Draft is a major loss for the Tar Heels, but it is also an exciting opportunity for him to pursue his dream of playing professional football. Maye will be remembered fondly by UNC fans for his leadership and accomplishments on the field.
The 2021 NFL Draft is set to take place in April and it will be interesting to see where Maye ends up. No matter what team he ends up playing for, he will always be remembered as a Tar Heel legend.
