UNC LB Derek McDonald Becoming NFL Prospect While Running Belichick’s Defense

Since arriving at UNC in January, after five seasons at Syracuse, UNC middle linebacker Derek McDonald has become one of the Tar Heels’ team captains, their defensive signal-caller, one of their top all-ACC candidates, one of the nation’s leading tacklers, a legitimate candidate for the 2027 NFL draft, and maybe even one of Bill Belichick’s favorite players. (Chapelboro.com)

Duke has given up one sack but hasn’t faced defensive front like UNC

Duke football coach Manny Diaz says his offensive line will face its biggest test of the season against UNC on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. (ESPN). Diaz said the Tar Heels' depth and variety are what set its pass rush apart. "It is the strength of the team. They are really, really good up front. They’re deep. They can all make plays. They can all win one-on-one." (Tar Heel Tribune)

Injury Report: 6 UNC Starters’ Availability Uncertain for Duke

The injury bug is making its way around the North Carolina Football program. The Tar Heels released their first injury report on Wednesday night for their game on Saturday at Duke. Kickoff is at 3:30 on ESPN2. Out: DB Tre Miller, DB Jakob Weatherspoon, DL Viliami Moala, WR Keeyun Chapman, DL Vodney Cleveland, DL Jimmy-Phrisco Alo-Suliafu. (TarHeel247)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC Football Recruiting Update

Football recruiting expert Don Callahan and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss the latest in UNC Football recruiting, the Tar Heels' approach for the Notre Dame weekend, and how North Carolina has dealt with not having a GM in place since Michael Lombardi resigned earlier this season. (View Video)

UNC Defensive Lineman Xavier Lewis Earns National Recognition

Xavier Lewis’ impact has extended beyond the weekly conference awards. Today he was also named to the Lombardi Award Midseason Watch List, which recognizes the nation’s top college football linemen and linebackers. The honor adds another milestone to a season in which Lewis has emerged as one of Carolina’s most important defensive players. (Tar Heel Blue)

Video: Carolina Insider - Interview with UNC OL Andrew Threatt

Andrew Threatt, from the UNC offensive line, joins Jones Angell and Adam Lucas on the Carolina Insider Podcast to talk about his journey to Chapel Hill, his role on the offensive line, and how the Tar Heels can continue their momentum following Saturday's 21-17 win over Pittsburgh. (View Video)

UNC vs. Duke Football Preview: Tar Heels Eye Victory Bell, Back-to-Back Road Wins

Duke is averaging 34 points per game while ranking 18th nationally in passing grade. The Blue Devils average 226.6 rushing yards per contest on 5.58 yards per carry — the 16th and 17th-best marks in the country, respectively. Duke’s defense has posted impressive numbers this season, allowing 84 rushing yards per game, 11th-best nationally. (Inside Carolina)

Austin Hitt, Dylan Menante Give Tar Heels Five PGA Tour Players In 2027

Austin Hitt and Dylan Menante earned 2027 PGA Tour cards as result of their season-long play on the Korn Ferry Tour. When the PGA Tour begins play in January 2027 in La Quinta, Calif., five Tar Heels will be eligible to compete: Hitt, Menante, Ben Griffin, David Ford, and Ryan Gerard. Griffin and Gerard are ranked among the top 30 players in the world. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Football Ranked No. 1? 78 Years Ago, It Really Happened!

Over the summer, I stumbled across a graphic that showed every program to have been ranked No. 1 in the Associated Press College Football poll, which debuted in 1936. Since then, there have been more than 1,200 polls, featuring 45 different teams in the top spot. Between Notre Dame and Michigan, a blue UNC logo occupies one spot in 1948. (Chapelboro.com)

Joschi Schelb Claims Second Straight ACC Men's Soccer Offensive Player Of The Week Award

North Carolina Men's Soccer standout Joschi Schelb has been named ACC Offensive Player of the Week for the second time in as many weeks. Schelb exploded for a hat trick and an assist in UNC's 7-1 win over Notre Dame last Saturday to claim the honor. Schelb has been on fire this season, posting 12 goals and two assists in UNC's first 11 matches. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Is Jarin Stevenson's Breakout Real?

Could Jarin Stevenson emerge as an All-ACC-caliber contributor with double-double consistency? Isaac Schade and Jonathan Adams discuss Stevenson’s explosive 25-point, 10-rebound preseason outing, the ripple effects of Cameron Fens’ eligibility status, and more. (View Video)

Navy Squad Completes Sweep Of UNC Fall World Series

The Navy squad scored three runs on three consecutive doubles in the third inning on the way to a 4-2 win over Blue to complete the sweep of the Fall World Series on Monday. Davis Baker was 3-4 with two runs. Jamie Laskofski's double was part of a 2-3 day with one RBI and a run scored. Gavin Gallaher, who had a double, was 2-5 with two RBI. (GoHeels.com)

Tar Heels in NBA: Leaky Black starts for Kings, RJ Davis Waived by Spurs

Leaky Black is seeking a new start with the Sacramento Kings and got a chance Tuesday to show he deserves a two-way contract. The news wasn’t good, however, for R.J. Davis, whom the San Antonio Spurs waived the same day. Black started and played a game-high 32 minutes, finishing with 10 points, two 3-pointers, seven rebounds, an assist, and a steal. (Tar Heel Tribune)

2026 UNC Football Opponent Preview: Duke

UNC and Duke will write another chapter in the Battle for the Victory Bell Saturday in Durham. The Blue Devils are 4-1 and 1-1 in the ACC standings, having suffered their first loss of the year at Georgia Tech last Saturday. Duke fell 28-25 after missing a field goal in the final seconds. Duke’s offense starts and stops with star running back Nate Sheppard. (Chapelboro.com)

UNC Football sets season openers for 2027, 2028

UNC Football, after high-profile season openers the last four seasons, will start its 2027 and 2028 seasons against opponents from the Football Championship Subdivision in Chapel Hill. The Tar Heels will host North Alabama on Aug. 28, 2027 and North Carolina A&T on Aug. 26, 2028, according to game contracts obtained via public records request. (WRAL.com)

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