Jelani Thurman Embracing His All-Around Role For UNC Football

Posted Oct 1, 2026
Three games into his first season at UNC, Jelani Thurman is already showing more of what he can do as a pass catcher. His 11 receptions for 183 yards and a touchdown through three games has already surpassed his receiving numbers from last season at Ohio State. For Thurman, being an all-around tight end goes beyond his receiving production. (TarHeel247)

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