Coming into the season, it was well known that Ikem Ekwonu was going to take some big steps forward. Already getting love from NFL scouts, Ekwonu had been named to back-to-back second-team All ACC from AP and PFF in his first two seasons.
Now he’s going next level.
Tuesday, Ickey was named one of three finalist for the Outland Trophy, given to the nation’s most outstanding interior lineman.
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Ikem Ekwonu is a FINALIST for the Outland Trophy!
— NC State Football (@PackFootball) November 23, 2021
This comes after being projected as a top-5 pick in the NFL draft.