Melkart Abou Jaoude Named To Bronko Nagurski Trophy Preseason Watch List
Posted Aug 4, 2026
UNC defensive lineman Melkart Abou Jaoude has been named to the Bronko Nagurski Trophy Preseason Watch List, presented annually to the top defensive player in college football. Abou Jaoude was a Second Team All-ACC selection a season ago, after ranking fifth nationally and leading the conference in sacks with 10.5 following the regular season.
(GoHeels.com)
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