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What Bill Belichick said about Philip Rivers as NC State coaching move nears

UNC football coach Bill Belichick vs. N.C. State football coach Philip Rivers? That matchup could become a reality in 2027 when the Tar Heels head to Raleigh for a matchup against the Wolfpack. “Fantastic. Excellent competitor,” Belichick said. “One of the toughest guys we ever played against.” Belichick’s Patriots had a 8-1 record against Rivers. (MSN.com)

From Brian Belichick in booth to LB Derek McDonald: How UNC makes defensive calls

With Steve Belichick no longer UNC's defensive coordinator, the question of who makes defensive calls on Saturdays has a straightforward answer, even if the process behind it is shared. Defensive backs and safeties coach Brian Belichick sends the call in, and linebacker Derek McDonald, who wears the green dot, relays it to the defense on the field. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Xavier Lewis Named Chuck Bednarik Award Semifinalist

North Carolina defensive tackle Xavier Lewis has been named one of 18 semifinalists for the 2026 Chuck Bednarik Award. The award is presented annually to the nation's most outstanding defensive player. Lewis, a sophomore from Rolesville, N.C., is the first Tar Heel semifinalist for the award since 2001 when Julius Peppers won the Bednarik Award. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Linebacker Jonathan Agumadu Out For The Season With Injury

UNC linebacker Jonathan Agumadu will miss the remainder of the season with a lower-extremity injury, sources close to the situation confirmed Tuesday. Agumadu posted a photo on social media Monday showing himself lying in a hospital bed with his foot wrapped. Agumadu has missed UNC's last two games against Miami and UConn due to the injury. (TarHeel247)

2026 UNC Football Opponent Preview: Louisville

UNC Football welcomes Louisville to Kenan Stadium for a primetime ACC matchup Saturday night. The Cardinals enter the game with a 6-3 record and 5-2 mark in the ACC standings, riding a four-game winning streak. In his fourth season as the Cardinals’ head coach is Jeff Brohm, who is as connected to his program as any coach in the country. (Chapelboro.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - This is the Billy Edwards UNC Football Needs

Quarterback Billy Edwards was spectacular against Miami. But did his performance against UConn reveal something even more important for UNC Football? The Tar Heels beat UConn 38-21, and Bill Belichick's team is now just one win away from bowl eligibility. (View Video)

UNC Football vs. UConn: Winners, Losers, and Honorable Mentions

Let’s look at the winners, losers, and honorable mentions from the Tar Heels’ 38-21 win over the UConn Huskies. Winners: Jelani Thurman-If there is one positive that came out of last weekend it was the tight end's work on such a big stage, and hopefully it captured the attention of the John Mackey Award committee. And welcome back, Benjamin Hall. (Tar Heel Blog)

Video: DB Coach Brian Belichick, UNC Players Monday Pre-Louisville Press Conferences

North Carolina defensive backs coach Brian Belichick, quarterback Billy Edwards Jr., center Christo Kelly, and defensive end Melkart Abou Jaoude speak with reporters on Monday ahead of the Tar Heels' game against the Louisville Cardinals on Saturday night at Kenan Stadium. (View Video)

Tar Heels in NFL: Drake Maye throws 3 TD passes, 3 INTs; Javonte Williams has 101 yards, TD

Drake Maye threw three TD passes, including one to Mack Hollins, but the New England Patriots lost 45-27 to the Green Bay Packers during a weekend that featured several strong performances from former UNC players. Dallas running back Javonte Williams rushed for 101 yards and scored on a 1-yard run to give the Cowboys a 27-23 win at Indianapolis. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Timir Hickman-Collins Named ACC Linebacker Of The Week

North Carolina's Timir Hickman-Collins has been named ACC Linebacker of the Week. The honor marks the fourth time a UNC linebacker has earned the award this season, joining Derek McDonald (twice) and Peyton Seelmann. Hickman-Collins put together the best game of his collegiate career Saturday to lift the Tar Heels to a 38-21 victory at UConn. (GoHeels.com)

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