Kaimon Rucker among highest-graded returning edge rushers in ACC

Posted Jun 16, 2023
Among UNC's returners for defensive coordinator Gene Chizik is edge rusher Kaimon Rucker, who had a big year in 2022. Now, entering this season Rucker is among the highest-graded edge rushers in the ACC. Pro Football Focus ranks Rucker No. 2 with a grade of 84.1. Rucker along with linebacker Cedric Gray look to lead the Tar Heels' front seven. (USA Today)

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