This week has certainly been a unique one for UNC head coach Butch Davis, as he had to leave Chapel Hill on Tuesday following the death of his brother-in-law in Oklahoma. Davis returned to Chapel Hill after being gone for a full day, and on Thursday, he worked through a half-gear (shoulder pads and helmet) practice session with his team as they continue to prepare for Saturday's game against No. 7 South Carolina in Kenan Stadium.

"I appreciate all the patience and stuff. It's a tough situation for our family, and more so certainly for my wife," Davis said immediately after Thursday afternoon's practice.

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