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Nine UNC Football Players Named To East-West Shrine Bowl Watch List


The annual East-West Shrine Bowl is an all-star event showcasing the top college football players eligible for the 2026 NFL Draft. This year, UNC has 9 players on the initial watch list, headlined by Thad Dixon. While five of the Tar Heels are new selections, four are repeat nominees, including , , , and . (Keeping It Heel)

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Nine UNC Football Players Named To East-West Shrine Bowl Watch List