Personal: Son of Jessica and Brandon Wilkes. Has two younger siblings, Noah (14) and Kleine (3). Graduated from Wheat Ridge High School in 2025, where he was a two-sport athlete in football and track. Ranked top three all-time in Colorado high school football history for both receiving yards (3,352) and receptions (231), with 37 total touchdowns. Earned 2024 All-Colorado honors, was named the 2024 Jeffco Conference Football Player of the Year, and was a three-time First Team All-Conference selection and team MVP. Also an eight-time state track qualifier across the 100m, 200m, 400m, and relays. Greatest sports moment came on 9/5/24 against Stanley Lake, recording 6 catches for 156 yards and 3 touchdowns, along with an interception—all in a single quarter. Enjoys weightlifting, swimming, and gaming. Pursuing a degree in Business. Chose UNC because of the coaching staff, location, and the opportunity to help change the trajectory of the program.
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Jersey Number 80
Bennett Wilkes
- Position:
- Wide Receiver
- Height:
- 6-1
- Class:
- Freshman
- Hometown:
- Arvada, Colo.
- High School:
- Wheat Ridge HS
Bio
Head Coach Ed Lamb Press Conference 9/3/2025
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Izzi Bennett and Bella LePore Post Game Press Conference vs Colorado State
Wednesday, September 03
Head Coach Lyndsey Oates Post Game Press Conference vs Colorado State
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