# Jelani Thurman Could Be UNC's Game-Changer

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Podcast: [North Carolina Tar Heels Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/north-carolina-tar-heels-football-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7568897)
Published: 2026-05-27T15:12:00+00:00
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Bill Belichick’s second year at UNC football is heating up with a major breakout star on the horizon: Jelani Thurman, a towering 6’6”, 250-pound tight end with elite potential. Originally committed to Ohio State, Thurman’s now poised to become a game-changer for the Tar Heels, thanks to his elite athleticism, family legacy (NFL dad, WNBA champ mom), and versatility as both a receiver and blocker. With offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino set to maximize his talents, Thurman could be the cornerstone of UNC’s rebuild—and potentially Belichick’s first NFL Draft pick as head coach. The 2026 season could be the turning point for the program. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fc64d3d5e1caa1b3

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