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5 outstanding NFL Draft hidden gems from UNC football since 2000

With the 2024 NFL Draft in the rearview, it's time to look at some former Tar Heels who were bargains for NFL teams

BySam Fariss|
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  • 411 tackles
  • 2 sacks
  • 4 forced fumbles
  • 5 fumble recoveries
  • 14 interceptions
Dec 17, 2006; Nashville, TN, USA; Tennessee Titans receiver (19) Bobby Wade has the ball knocked out by Jacksonville Jaguars Gerald Sensabaugh (43).
Dec 17, 2006; Nashville, TN, USA; Tennessee Titans receiver (19) Bobby Wade has the ball knocked out by Jacksonville Jaguars Gerald Sensabaugh (43). | Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

Gerald Sensabaugh transferred to UNC from East Tennessee and became a defensive star for the Tar Heels. Sadly, franchises let him slip by during the 2005 NFL Draft.

Sensabaugh was eventually selected 157th overall by the Jacksonville Jaguars. Being such a late draft pick must have put a chip on his shoulder because Sensabaugh exploded once he stepped onto an NFL field.

With 411 tackles and 14 interceptions, it was nearly impossible to gain any productive yardage against the former Tar Heel.

Sensabaugh also collected 5 fumble recoveries during his career. He earned 4 forced fumbles and 2 sacks before hanging up the cleats in 2012.

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