College Football's Top 50 Breakout Players for 2015

Posted Aug 31, 2015
48. Nazair Jones, DT, North Carolina: Jones is a key cog in new coordinator Gene Chizik’s efforts to improve North Carolina’s defense in 2015. As a redshirt freshman last season, Jones recorded 35 stops (7.5 for a loss), 2.5 sacks and one forced fumble. With another offseason to develop, look for Jones to make an even bigger impact this fall. (Athlon Sports)

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