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Two Key Defensive Players Earn Award Watch List Honors

Two Key Defensive Players Earn Award Watch List Honors

Two North Carolina football players – linebacker Andrew Simpson and defensive back Will Hardy – were named to prestigious award watch lists ahead of the 2025 college football season.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / July 25
Will Hardy Ready to Lead UNC’s Defense Into Belichick Era

Will Hardy Ready to Lead UNC’s Defense Into Belichick Era

For senior safety Will Hardy, he has waited a long time to finally be the alpha dog of this defense after being a key rotational player for North Carolina the last few seasons.

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