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Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Football.

Gio Lopez throws 2 touchdown passes, UNC beats Stanford 20-15

Gio Lopez threw for two second-half touchdowns and UNC's defense relentlessly pressured Elijah Brown as the Tar Heels beat Stanford 20-15 Saturday for their second straight ACC victory. Jordan Shipp led the Tar Heels (4-5, 2-3 ACC Standings) with 83 yards receiving. His 55-yard touchdown grab extended the lead to 20-3 early in the fourth quarter. (Associated Press)

UNC Football Leans on Defense in 20-15 Defeat of Stanford

North Carolina overcome its clumsiness on offense long enough to pick up its second victory in a row on Saturday. The Tar Heels defeated Stanford 20-15 in an ACC football rock fight at Kenan Stadium, relying heavily on another stout defensive effort powered by what amounted to a season-best sack party. UNC's defense piled up a whopping eight sacks. (Inside Carolina)

Video: Carolina Insider - UNC Football vs. Stanford Preview

North Carolina football welcomes Stanford to Kenan Stadium on Saturday for the Tar Heels' Homecoming and Military Appreciation game. Jones Angell from the Tar Heel Sports Radio Network and Adam Lucas of GoHeels.com preview the matchup on the Carolina Insider Podcast. (View Video)

Carolina Football vs. Stanford: Where, when to watch, notes, stats, depth chart

In North Carolina’s first three ACC football games, the Tar Heels have held opponents under 100 yards in three consecutive conference games for the first time since 2009. UNC opponents have averaged just 2.66 yards per rush, the best in the ACC. North Carolina ranks 23rd nationally and second in the ACC in fewest penalties, with 41 on the season. (Tar Heel Tribune)

UNC Football Hosts Stanford For Homecoming, Military Appreciation Day On Saturday - Pregame Notes

UNC Football returns to Kenan Stadium this weekend to host Stanford on Homecoming as the Tar Heels also observe Military Appreciation Day. Kickoff is 4:30 p.m. on The CW. Stanford is led by coach Frank Reich, former coach of the Indianapolis Colts and Carolina Panthers. Andrew Luck was named the Cardinal's general manager prior to the 2025 season. (GoHeels.com)

UNC DB Jaiden Patterson Leans on Thad Dixon, Relies on Versatility to Contribute

When cornerback Thaddeus Dixon hobbled off during Clemson’s win over UNC, Tar Heel fans were reminded things could, in fact, get worse. But in Dixon’s absence, Jaiden Patterson has stepped up, aiding in the improvement of a Carolina defense that has allowed an average of just 16 points and fewer than 250 yards per game the last three games. (Inside Carolina)

Wide Receiver Kobe Paysour Hitting Stride, Seeing More Opportunities

Six different quarterbacks have completed passes to Kobe Paysour at North Carolina across his five seasons with the Tar Heels. With what he has seen and experienced, he makes it a point to impart wisdom to UNC’s young group of wide receivers in practice. In games, though, the Tar Heels have looked to Paysour offensively in recent weeks. (Inside Carolina)

Video: The Game Plan Podcast - UNC Football's Opportunity to Shine Against Stanford

UNC Football's opportunity to improve continues as Stanford comes to Kenan Stadium on Saturday. Inside Carolina’s Jason Staples, Greg Barnes, and Tommy Ashley break down the matchup and what the Tar Heels need to do on both sides of the football to beat a struggling Cardinal team. (View Video)

UNC Football vs. Stanford: Preview and Prediction

UNC Football can start a win streak Saturday with Stanford coming to Chapel Hill. The Tar Heels (3-5, 1-3 ACC Standings) are coming off their best performance of the season. The Cardinal (3-6, 2-4) carries a 10-game road losing streak. Bill Belichick has won two of three previous games against Frank Reich-coached squads. Prediction: UNC 28, Stanford 16. (MSN.com)

UNC Special Teams Coordinator Mike Priefer Brings Unique Perspective into Military Appreciation Game

As part of UNC Football's military appreciation game Saturday vs. Stanford, Mike Priefer joined the Carolina Football Live radio show Thursday to recount his journey from serving in the Navy to working as special teams coordinator for UNC under Bill Belichick. Priefer graduated from the Naval Academy in 1989, where he played quarterback and receiver. (Inside Carolina)

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