UNC's Melkart Abou Jaoude nominated for Bronco Nagurski Award
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 1:00 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Melkart Abou Jaoude, UNC's top pass-rusher, has been nominated for the Bronco Nagurski Award Preseason Watch List. Abou Jaoude led the team in 2025 with 12 tackles for loss and 10.5 sacks. The Tar Heels are looking to improve upon their 4-8 record from the previous season, where they experienced inconsistent performance. As part of their efforts, UNC will rely on Abou Jaoude, along with transfers like Donovan Hoilette, to bolster their defensive line for the upcoming season.
- •Abou Jaoude was UNC's top defensive player in 2025.
- •He earned a spot on the Bronco Nagurski Award Watch List.
- •UNC finished the 2025 season with a 4-8 record.
- •Donovan Hoilette joins UNC's defensive line as a Richmond transfer.
- •UNC aims for improvement in the 2026 season.
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — UNC's top pass-rusher nominated for prestigious defensive award
"Melkart Abou Jaoude was UNC's top defensive star in 2025. He returns this fall with an award nomination in his back pocket.
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