Entering the 2016 college football season, UNC had the luxury of possessing one of the more experienced offensive lines in the country.

A pre-season injury to senior John Ferranto–followed by injuries during the season to fellow seniors Caleb Peterson and Jon Heck–have largely stripped the Tar Heels of that experience.

The one constant up front, however, has been senior center Lucas Crowley–who was named ACC Offensive Lineman of the Week for his performance in UNC’s 20-13 win over Miami on Saturday.

Crowley was outstanding as he helped a patchwork offensive line protect quarterback Mitch Trubisky and create running lanes for tailbacks TJ Logan and Elijah Hood.

It’s the second time this season Crowley has earned the honor, also picking it up in Week Two for his efforts in UNC’s road win at Illinois.

With Ferranto out for the season–and the current status of Peterson and Heck questionable–Crowley may continue to carry a large burden for the Tar Heel offensive line moving forward.

So far, though, he’s proven to be more than capable of handling the task.