Derek McDonald Named ACC Linebacker Of The Week

Posted Oct 26, 2026
For the second time this season, North Carolina's Derek McDonald has been named ACC Linebacker of the Week. It marks the second consecutive week that the Tar Heels have earned ACC Linebacker of the Week, following Peyton Seelmann's honor last week. McDonald tallied a career and game-high 16 tackles in Saturday's game against Syracuse. (GoHeels.com)

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