North Carolina defensive tackle Xavier Lewis has been named one of 18 semifinalists for the 2026 Chuck Bednarik Award, the Maxwell Football Club announced Tuesday. The award is presented annually to the nation’s most outstanding defensive player.
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North Carolina defensive tackle Xavier Lewis has been named one of 18 semifinalists for the 2026 Chuck Bednarik Award, the Maxwell Football Club announced Tuesday. The award is presented annually to the nation’s most outstanding defensive player.





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