UNC's Reliable TE with Elite Openness and H-Back Versatility
John Copenhaver, a 6'3", 240-lb tight end for the North Carolina Tar Heels, was a favorite target for UNC quarterbacks in the 2024 season, finishing with 36 catches, 370 yards, and 3 TDs [1]. His differentiator is his uncanny ability to be open when needed, making him a high-intensity, trust-based playmaker rather than just a stat leader [1]. As an H-back and 'roster chess piece' [3], he offers scheme versatility beyond traditional TE roles. Though an undrafted free agent signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars in April 2025 [6], his five-year UNC tenure (75 total receptions, 924 yards) [2] proves durability and team fit. He's ideal for teams needing a reliable, versatile blocker-receiver with top-tier chemistry and no major injury history.
