Top offensive linemen in UNC football history recognized
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
North Carolina has produced notable offensive linemen over its football history, highlighting figures such as Jeff Saturday, Ken Huff, Jonathan Cooper, Harris Barton, and Brian Blados. Their contributions were pivotal in the success of the Tar Heels, enabling standout performances from quarterbacks and running backs alike. Saturday, who played from 1994 to 1997, had a distinguished NFL career, while Huff and Barton earned All-American honors during their time. Cooper and Blados also made significant impacts both at the collegiate level and professionally. The recognition of these players underscores the integral role of offensive linemen in football's success.
- •Jeff Saturday starred at UNC from 1994-1997, later became an All-Pro.
- •Ken Huff was a key player in the 1972 ACC championship team.
- •Jonathan Cooper excelled with multiple All-ACC selections from 2008-2012.
- •Harris Barton won three Super Bowls with the San Francisco 49ers.
- •Brian Blados was pivotal in Cincinnati's Super Bowl XXIII run.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — The best offensive linemen in UNC football history
"UNC has produced some of college football’s toughest trench warriors — from All-Americans to NFL standouts who anchored the Tar Heels for decades.
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