Once Stuck Behind NFL Talents, Jelani Thurman Emerging As UNC Star

Posted Sep 17, 2026
During his three seasons at Ohio State, Jelani Thurman played only as a backup for the Buckeyes. Now in his first year at North Carolina, Thurman not only has emerged as the Tar Heels’ starting tight end, he’s making national headlines for both his blocking skills and his pass-catching ability, and he might just turn out to be among the team’s top players. (Chapelboro.com)

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