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A look at the Tar Heels’ special‑teams revamp, from coaching changes to fresh talent, as they seek to improve punt coverage, punting and overall field position in the upcoming season.
North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick is exploring a deeper pool of fifth‑year athletes after a Colorado court ruling restored eligibility for 2022 high‑school graduates, a move mirrored by other programs.
North Carolina’s football program is exploring the possibility of adding more fifth‑year players to its 2026 roster after a recent court decision expanded eligibility for a class of athletes, including kicker Rece Verhoff.
Recent federal and state court decisions have granted college athletes an extra year of eligibility, prompting roster changes, new lawsuits and strategic caution among coaches.
A federal injunction allows UNC’s kicker to return for a fifth year, while LSU’s All‑SEC kicker may soon join the team, prompting coach Bill Belichick to address roster changes.