A Sam Howell jersey with No. 7 is a reminder of a three-year run that reset North Carolina's passing records. Howell played at UNC from 2019 through 2021 and left with more passing yards than any quarterback in school history. Here is what that record book looks like, followed by a few tips on choosing a Howell UNC jersey.
From Indian Trail to Chapel Hill
Howell came to UNC from Sun Valley High School in Indian Trail, North Carolina, so he was an in-state quarterback for the Tar Heels. In 2019 he was named ACC Offensive Rookie of the Year and ACC Overall Rookie of the Year.
The Career Numbers
- 10,283 passing yards, a UNC career record
- 92 touchdown passes
- 11,292 yards of total offense, also a UNC career record
- 111 total touchdowns responsible for
Single-Game and Single-Season Marks
Howell's records are not only cumulative. According to his UNC athletics profile, he also holds or held school marks for:
- Passing yards in a game: 550, against Wake Forest
- Total offense in a game: 571, in that same Wake Forest game
- Touchdown passes in a season: 38
- Touchdown passes in a game: 6
- Consecutive games with a touchdown pass: 37
- Freshman and sophomore passing yards, and freshman touchdown passes
The 37-game streak stands out: week after week, he found the end zone through the air.
Honors Along the Way
In 2020 Howell was a Manning Award finalist, a Davey O'Brien Award semifinalist and a second-team All-ACC pick. In 2021 he was the preseason ACC Player of the Year and a finalist for the AAU Sullivan Award. He was also recognized on the ACC All-Academic team.
Choosing a Sam Howell UNC Jersey
Howell jerseys carry No. 7, and the listing names tell you the color. Blue, white and navy blue versions appear in product titles. A few tips:
- Pick the color you remember. Carolina blue is the classic home look. White works for road games and warm days. Navy gives you something different from the usual light blue.
- Read the size chart. Compare a shirt you already own with the chart on the product page.
- Plan for layers. If the jersey will go over a sweatshirt at November games, size accordingly.
Who This Jersey Suits
A Howell jersey is a good fit for UNC fans who were in school between 2019 and 2021 and watched him throw week after week.
To compare colors, browse the Sam Howell UNC jersey collection and check each listing name before you choose.