Bryn Renner, QB

12/30/2012 - UNC quarterback Bryn Renner announced via Twitter on Saturday evening that he plans to return for his senior season. "Coming back to North Carolina next year," Renner said in the post. "Looking forward to my senior season as a Tar Heel. Thankful for everything in 2012. 2013 here we come." Renner was believed to be considering declaring early entry into the NFL Draft, perhaps even leaning in that direction earlier this month. As a redshirt junior, he threw for 3,356 yards and 28 touchdowns. - CarolinaBlue.com

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Entering his junior season in 2012, Renner has all the tools around him to be successful, including an experienced offensive line, talented receivers and an offensive-minded head coach.

He encountered a few hiccups in his first season as a starter in 2011, but led the ACC with an impressive 68.3% completion percentage.

A Virginia native, Renner was one of the top quarterback recruits out of High school, despite only playing the position for two years. He redshirted in 2009 and saw limited action as a freshman back-up in 2010 behind TJ Yates.

Renner became the starter last season as a sophomore, leading the Tar Heels to eight wins and passing for 3,086 yards, 26 touchdowns and 13 interceptions. He was impressive because of his poise and leadership as first-year starter, but for every brilliant throw, he made just as many head-scratchers.

Renner, who also played baseball at North Carolina has good size and arm strength, but, like most young quarterbacks, needs to become more consistent. Will he be a future early round pick? Only time will tell, but on paper, his chances look good.

--Dane Brugler