Belichick’s Second Year at UNC: Building a Tar Heels Contender
After a 4‑8 season, head coach Bill Belichick enters his second year with the North Carolina Tar Heels, pinning hopes on a revamped roster and a set of standout athletes.
Jun 29, 2026
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UNC’s Unexpected Ratings in EA Sports College Football 27
Despite a 4‑8 record last season, the University of North Carolina receives a modest overall rating of 79 in EA Sports' College Football 27, with an offensive score that outpaces its defense.
Jun 29, 2026
Belichick’s Tar Heels Seek Redemption After Turbulent 2025
After a disappointing 2025 season, head coach Bill Belichick is under scrutiny as the Tar Heels reshape their roster, pinning hopes on transfer tight end Jaxson Warren and a still‑undecided quarterback.
Jun 28, 2026
UNC’s Standout Ratings in EA Sports’ College Football 27
The upcoming EA Sports College Football 27 launches worldwide on July 9, and early player ratings highlight North Carolina’s deep talent pool, from veteran standouts to promising freshmen.
Jun 28, 2026
2026 All-ACC Team Highlights Miami’s Lead
The latest All-ACC selections reflect anticipated performance, with Miami topping the list and a diverse array of players recognized across offense, defense, and special teams.
Jun 26, 2026
UNC Football Heads to ACC Kickoff in Charlotte Ahead of Dublin Opener
UNC will attend the ACC Kickoff media event in Charlotte on July 17, where coach Bill Belichick and players Jordan Shipp, Christo Kelly and Melkart Abou Jaoude will appear. The team is preparing for its 2026 season opener against TCU in Dublin, Ireland, on August 29.
Jun 24, 2026
ACC Kickoff 2026 Turns Charlotte into the Heartbeat of College Football
The Atlantic Coast Conference’s annual kickoff event in Charlotte brings together 17 head coaches and over 50 top student‑athletes, setting the stage for a season marked by depth, tradition and national relevance.
Jun 24, 2026
UNC Football Preps for 2026 Season at ACC Kickoff
North Carolina’s football program will showcase its 2026 outlook in Charlotte on July 17, with a live broadcast and plans for an overseas season opener in Dublin, while celebrating the centennial of Kenan Stadium.
Jun 24, 2026
Tar Heels Seek Redemption After Turbulent 2025 Campaign
A 4-8 record and a damaged reputation defined North Carolina’s 2025 season, prompting Bill Belichick to focus on short‑term goals and player development while the team integrates top recruits and a promising quarterback.
Jun 22, 2026
UNC Football Seeks Redemption with Preseason All-ACC Honors
The University of North Carolina’s football program aims to rebound from a 4‑8 season, highlighted by three preseason All‑ACC selections and a season‑opening matchup in Dublin against TCU.
Jun 16, 2026
Tar Heels Pin Hopes on Freshman Talent to Bounce Back Next Season
The North Carolina Tar Heels are banking on a freshman class led by quarterback Travis Burgess, cornerback Kenton Dopson III and receiver Carnell Warren to revive their fortunes. How the newcomers will fit into the lineup, however, remains a question.
Jun 16, 2026
Tar Heels Target Six Wins in Crucial 2026 ACC Slate
North Carolina’s basketball program pinpoints three winnable conference games that could determine whether it reaches a six‑win threshold in 2026.
Jun 16, 2026
Tar Heels brace for pivotal 2026 season amid uncertainty
The North Carolina Tar Heels enter a critical 2026 campaign marked by roster turnover, quarterback instability and the pressure of rebuilding after a disappointing 2025 season under head coach Bill Belichick.
Jun 9, 2026
South Carolina to Compensate North Carolina for Cancelled Football Series
A two‑game football series between the University of South Carolina and North Carolina will be called off, with the Gamecocks agreeing to pay the Tar Heels $1 million. The move leaves North Carolina without scheduled Power 4 opponents in 2028 and 2029, prompting a broader look at conference realignment and future nonconference matchups.
Jun 5, 2026
Tar Heels Seek Resurgence After 4‑8 Season
After a 4‑8 finish, North Carolina’s Tar Heels are banking on a talented quintet to rebound and contend in the ACC.
Jun 3, 2026
Belichick’s Tar Heels Eye 2026 Breakthrough with Draft‑Ready Talent
Under head coach Bill Belichick, North Carolina aims to reverse a draft‑less recent history, spotlighting wide receiver Jordan Shipp, defensive back Kaleb Cost and edge rusher Melkart Abou‑Jaoude as potential NFL prospects.
Jun 2, 2026
Tar Heels Face Crucial Trio of Games to Shape Season
The North Carolina Tar Heels are entering a pivotal stretch, with games against TCU in Dublin, Duke in Chapel Hill and UConn in Connecticut poised to shape their season and bowl prospects.
May 24, 2026
Two Tar Heels Exit Program Ahead of Ireland Opener
The North Carolina Tar Heels have lost two key contributors from last season as they gear up for a landmark season opener against TCU in Ireland.
May 20, 2026
Two Tar Heels Exit Program as 2026 Season Prep Begins in Ireland
The North Carolina Tar Heels announced the departure of wide receiver Shanard Clower and defensive back Ty Adams after spring practice, setting the stage for an unprecedented overseas season opener against TCU on August 29, 2026.
May 20, 2026
UNC’s 2026 Football Outlook: Petrino’s Offense Aims to Break Past 19.2 Points Per Game
The Tar Heels are banking on Bobby Petrino’s play‑calling and the return of standout talent to climb from a 120th‑ranked offense.
May 17, 2026
UNC’s Offensive Revival: Petrino’s Return Aims to Rewrite 2026 Outlook
North Carolina’s football program entered the offseason aware that its offense had become a bottleneck, finishing the 2025 campaign ranked 120th nationally with just 19.2 points per game. The numbers painted a stark picture of a unit that struggled to move the ball and convert opportunities, prompting leadership to seek a turnaround before the 2026 schedule begins.
May 17, 2026
College Football Goes Global: UNC and NC State Set for Historic International Openers
North Carolina and NC State will launch their 2026 campaigns abroad, facing TCU in Dublin and Virginia in Rio de Janeiro as part of an ESPN doubleheader that marks the first FBS game in South America.
May 12, 2026