Kennedy Tinsley Class: Senior Hometown: Greensboro, N.C. High School: Dudley Height / Weight: 6-0 / 220 Position: Linebacker

2007: Reserve linebacker and starter on special teams • Played well in Carolina's 37-14 victory over James Madison, posting three solo tackles • Also had tackles against Georgia Tech and Duke.

2006 - Freshman Season
A converted fullback who played in all 12 games primarily on special teams and as a reserve linebacker • Had five tackles, including three solo stops and two assists • Assisted on two tackles at Duke • Redshirted in 2005.

Dudley High School
Had 165 carries for 1,148 yards and 10 touchdowns leading Dudley to the Class 3-AA state final despite ankle injuries • Also caught 15 passes for 157 yards and two touchdowns • Coached by Stephen Davis.

Personal
Son of Evelyn and Anthony Tinsley • Born on December 4, 1986 • Exercise and sports science major • Very active in the community, participating in nearly all of the UNC football team's community service projects.