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North Carolina Transfer Quarterback Taron Dickens to Return to Transfer Portal
Former Western Carolina quarterback Taron Dickens, who signed with UNC out of the Transfer Portal in February and had planned to enroll this summer, will no longer be a Tar Heel and is set to reenter the Portal, multiple sources — including his agent — confirmed on Friday. A source close to the situation said the change in plans is due to academic reasons. (
Inside Carolina)
UNC Football Opponent Snapshot: Clemson
Rising junior Christopher Vizzina will likely start at quarterback for Clemson. The Tigers retained lead receivers Bryant Wesco and T.J. Moore, who combined for 150 yards, and three touchdowns against UNC's secondary. Defensively, Clemson could start multiple transfers, and their home-field advantage in Death Valley will make life tough for the Tar Heels. (
TarHeel247)
Three UNC Football Game Times and TV Networks Announced
UNC Football kicks off the season Saturday, Aug. 29, against TCU in Dublin, Ireland at noon ET on ESPN. The Tar Heels host East Tennessee State on Saturday, Sept. 12 at noon (ACCN). The Tar Heels open ACC play at Clemson on Saturday, Sept. 19 at noon (ESPN). And The Tar Heels visit UConn on Nov. 7, which will be a noon kickoff on CBS Sports. (
GoHeels.com)
Video: Carolina Football - The Process, Episode 3
North Carolina Football's long-form video feature The Process, Episode 3 goes behind-the-scenes with the Tar Heels' to highlight preparations for the upcoming season, the UNC support staff, and player features on
Jaiden Patterson,
Benjamin Hall,
Christo Kelly, Kaleb Cost, and more.
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Wed May 27, 2026
Early Bird Preview: UNC Football gets early shot at revenge vs. TCU in Dublin
Just like last season, UNC Football will take on TCU in the season opener, with the only difference being the game will be played in Dublin, Ireland, on Aug. 29. Quarterback Josh Hoover, who picked apart UNC’s defense in last year’s matchup, transferred to national champion Indiana this offseason. Three of TCU’s top four receivers also departed. (
USA Today)
Newsletter: Chapel Hill Regional Set, Neo Signs, Keita Wins EuroLeague Title, Latest On Samodurov
UNC Baseball hosts a tough Chapel Hill regional with VCU, Tennessee, and ECU coming to town this weekend.
Neoklis Avdalas has signed with UNC Basketball, Seyon Keita won a EuroLeague title,
Alexandros Samodurov is still on
Michael Malone’s radar, Women’s Lacrosse fell just short of an NCAA title, Kenan Stadium renovations have begun, and more. (
Tar Heel Times Newsletter)
Video: Air It Out with Bryn Renner - Episode 3: Jones Angell
Former UNC quarterback
Bryn Renner sits down with "Voice of the Tar Heels"
Jones Angell to talk about unforgettable Tar Heel moments, iconic calls, Kenan Stadium energy, ACC road environments, NIL, the transfer portal, and the future of college football.
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Mon May 25, 2026
Lawrence Taylor doing ‘much better’ after scary hospitalization
Lawrence Taylor’s recent scary medical issue is in his rearview mirror. The New York Giants legend, who spent several days in a hospital this spring, is doing "much better" now, his attorney, Mark Eiglarsh, said. "He’s feeling well and is back on the golf course." Taylor was admitted into a New Jersey medical center in April due to a stomach-related ailment. (
New York Post)
UNC Football’s Home-And-Home Series With South Carolina Canceled
The upcoming North Carolina and South Carolina home-and-home football series scheduled for 2028 in Columbia and 2029 in Chapel Hill, has been canceled. Last year, the SEC and ACC announced the move to a nine-game conference schedule, resulting in changes to future nonconference schedules. (
GoHeels.com)
Bill Belichick Opens Up About UNC, Recruiting and College Football
Entering his second season with the Tar Heels, North Carolina Football coach
Bill Belichick sat down for a two-hour exclusive interview with FOX television recently. Belichick dove deeply into his personal life, coaching career, and his role with the Tar Heels. Here are the key takeaways Belichick emphasized about UNC, as well as the full video interview. (
TarHeel247)