Cedric Gray Named Butkus Award Semifinalist

Posted Nov 6, 2023
UNC linebacker Cedric Gray has been named a semifinalist for the 2023 Butkus Award. The Charlotte, N.C., native currently ranks 10th all-time at UNC with 333 career tackles. This season, Gray has compiled 85 total tackles, 10 tackles for loss, seven quarterback hurries, four and a half sacks, three pass breakups, two forced fumbles, and one interception. (GoHeels.com)

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