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UNC offensive lineman Christo Kelly insists Tar Heels' locker room remains united

Reports of locker room tension, coaching conflict, and internal frustration have hovered over UNC Football in recent weeks. But offensive lineman pushed back on the speculation Monday, maintaining that the Tar Heels remain connected and committed to one another. "I see guys that are coming together and stringing along great practices." (TarHeel247)

Leaky Black Waived By Washington Wizards

Former North Carolina forward was waived by the Washington Wizards on Monday. Black will now likely report to the G League's Capital City Go-Go. Across 33 G League regular-season outings for Capital City last season, the 26-year-old forward averaged 8.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. (CBS Sports)

Podcast: Carolina Football Live - Oct. 13, 2025

North Carolina Football General Manager Michael Lombardi and Running Backs Coach join from the Tar Heel Sports Network to preview this weekend's west-coast matchup with Cal, answer questions from Tar Heel fans, and more. (Listen To Podcast)

Catch You At Carmichael! UNC Women's Basketball Announces 2025-26 Promo Schedule

The countdown continues for the start of basketball season, as North Carolina women's basketball announced its promo schedule for the 2025-26 season on Monday. Tar Heel fans have 15 chances to catch North Carolina at home in Carmichael Arena for a schedule consisting of six non-conference opponents and nine Atlantic Coast Conference foes. (GoHeels.com)

Tar Heels Tasked With Filling Void Of Thad Dixon's Absence

North Carolina’s defense has struggled against the pass this season, and its best weapon in the defensive backfield won’t be on the field for the immediate future. Inside Carolina reported last week that starting cornerback would miss extended time with an injury he suffered against the Clemson Tigers on October 4. (Inside Carolina)

More Chantal-shuttered stores are reopening in Chapel Hill

Everything that didn't float was destroyed, but Great Outdoor Provision Co. could finally reopen at Chapel Hill's Eastgate Crossing shopping center later this month. Meanwhile, look for more details to come about Aldi, Kipos Greek Taverna, and The Loop, representatives said. Great Outdoor Provision Co. started in the back of a Carrboro bike shop in 1972. (MSN.com)

Under fire, Bill Belichick insists everything is working at UNC

As walked through the double doors into the Kenan Football Center lobby on Monday morning, the room fell silent. Dozens of media members looked on — national and local. North Carolina Athletics Director Bubba Cunningham looked on. Athletics Director in waiting Steve Newmark looked on. General manager Michael Lombardi looked on. (TarHeel247)

Video: Carolina Insider - Interview With Jarin Stevenson

Alabama transfer forward and Pittsboro, NC native joins and Adam Lucas in the Carolina Insider Podcast studio to discuss his first few months as a Tar Heel, attending college so close to home, his time at Alabama, improving his game, and more. (View Video)

Preseason KenPom basketball ratings not kind to UNC or ACC

Neither UNC nor the ACC fare well in the preseason KenPom men’s college basketball ratings. Ken Pomeroy’s ratings have the Tar Heels No. 33, with only three ACC teams ahead of them: No. 7 Duke, No. 14 Louisville, and No. 32 Clemson. The KenPom ranks for the next highest rated ACC teams are: No. 38 N.C. State, No. 43 SMU, and No. 49 Wake Forest. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Bill Belichick Plays Defense, Disputes Doubts About UNC Football General Manager

North Carolina coach played defense Monday, disputing increasing doubts about general manager Michael Lombardi’s competency amid the growing notion that the two men are presiding over a broken football culture, as the Tar Heels turn the corner into game week for their road matchup at California. "I think Michael’s done a great job." (Inside Carolina)

Chansky’s Notebook: Another Maye Day

is looking like a playoff quarterback to me. While his alma mater is engulfed in controversy over its new football coach, the former North Carolina quarterback continues to light up the NFL and his record and stats back up the praise. Maye led the New England Patriots to their third straight win and will be favored in their next three games. (Chapelboro.com)

Bill Belichick calls rumors of UNC exit 'categorically false'

After a week of chaos surrounding UNC Football and 's future in Chapel Hill, the six-time Super Bowl-winning coach denied rumors he was looking for an exit and doubled down on his belief that his "process" will eventually lead to a winning team. "Reports about my looking for a buyout or trying to leave here is categorically false," Belichick said. (ESPN.com)

The Monday Huddle: UNC Football GM Michael Lombardi Addresses a Challenging Week

UNC Football General Manager Michael Lombardi on how the team is feeling after a challenging open week: "I think the team is focused on Cal. Last week, there was a lot of noise outside our building, but our building has maintained a semblance of consistency in terms of progress and wanting to improve. And our players have been dedicated." (Chapelboro.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Breaking Down UNC Basketball Rankings, Analytics, Schedule, Defense

Host Isaac Schade discusses the surprising KenPom analytics placing UNC Basketball 33rd overall with a concerning 45th defensive efficiency, the Tar Heels' schedule, ' strategy for improving defensive performance, and navigating a challenging non-conference slate. (View Video)

Tar Heels ranked for 20th straight season in preseason AP men’s college basketball poll

UNC is ranked in the preseason AP Top 25 men’s basketball poll for the 20th consecutive season. The Tar Heels will begin head coach ’ fifth season ranked No. 25, marking the lowest preseason ranking in program history when UNC has made the poll. The previous low was No. 20 in 1995–96; that team finished the season ranked No. 25. (Tar Heel Tribune)
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Today In UNC History
October 15, 1977
UNC freshman running back "Famous" Amos Lawrence rushes for 216 yards in his first career start, leading the Tar Heels to a 27-14 win over NC State in Raleigh.
October 15, 2011
Giovani Bernard posts his fifth straight 100-yard rushing game, becoming the first Tar Heel to do so since Ethan Horton in 1984, as the Tar Heels fall to Miami 30-24 in Chapel Hill.
October 15, 2016
UNC beats No. 16 Miami 20-13, marking the first time Carolina has beaten two ranked teams on the road in the same season (also No. 12 Florida State on 10/1/2016). It's UNC's 8th consecutive true road victory, the longest streak since 1947-1949. In addition, Ryan Switzer becomes UNC's all-time leading receiver with 206 career catches.
October 15, 2022
Kamari Morales sets the UNC all-time record for TD receptions by a tight end with 10, and the Tar Heels score the game-winning TD with 16 seconds remaining off a pass from Drake Maye to Antoine Green to beat Duke in Durham, 38-35.
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