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Michael Lombardi’s UNC Resignation — Looking Back, To The Future
Here are three things to know about the resignation of Michael Lombardi, who was college football's highest-paid GM, at $1.5 million dollars per year: No. 1 - Lombardi’s football résumé was razor-thin for almost a decade prior to his hiring at UNC. This is one reason most football people weren’t surprised at the catastrophic nature of his brief tenure. (
Chapelboro.com)
How UNC's Offensive Line Took A Step Forward in Game 1
UNC had the same five offensive linemen play every snap in just two games during
Bill Belichick's first season. There was little cohesion up front. One game into the new season, UNC has already done it once. Jordan Hall started at left tackle,
Aidan Banfield at left guard, Christo Kelly at center,
Andrew Threatt at right guard and JacQawn McRoy at right tackle. (
TarHeel247)
UNC Football Issued Game-Day Recruit Ban on Saturday for Past Violations
UNC Football will not be hosting any recruits for unofficial visits on Saturday as a penalty for past recruiting violations, including ones that occurred at home games last season, sources confirmed Wednesday. This is not tied to the new and ongoing program investigation that led to the resignation of general manager Michael Lombardi last week, per sources. (
Inside Carolina)
Video: Carolina Insider - Interview with Lee Pace
Lee Pace, longtime journalist and sideline reporter for North Carolina Football, joins
Jones Angell and Adam Lucas on the Carolina Insider Podcast to discuss his retirement, the 10 different Tar Heel football coaches he covered, his favorite moments and players, and more.
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Wed Sep 9, 2026
UNC Football players address investigation into program during open week
An internal investigation into the UNC Football program regarding behavioral allegations against defensive coordinator Steve Belichick and former General Manager Michael Lombardi continued during the team's open week. UNC players maintain the situation is not a distraction. Center
Christo Kelly emphasized strong internal cohesion among the team. (
USA Today)
Tar Heel Football's Changed Expectations, Culture, Off-Week Work, and More
Three Tar Heels met with the media Monday ahead of UNC Football's home opener on Saturday against East Tennessee State. Captains
Derek McDonald, Ben Hall, and
Christo Kelly fielded questions about their performances in the win over TCU, their position groups, the team, and more. Here are video, notes, and quotes from what they had to say: (
TarHeel247)
Video: Coach's Corner with Bill Belichick - September 9, 2026
Ahead of this Saturday's home opener in Kenan Stadium against ETSU, Voice of the Tar Heels
Jones Angell catches up with Coach
Bill Belichick as the Carolina Football team looks to come off the open date and their "extended training camp" and improve to 2-0.
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Wed Sep 9, 2026
UNC's offensive line stands out, but running game remains work in progress
If there was an area of concern for UNC Football coming out of the victory over TCU in Dublin, it was the inconsistency of the rushing attack, even as the offensive line stood out. Although
Benjamin Hall started, it’s clear that he hasn’t separated himself from the rest of the running backs, and only running for 37 yards on 11 carries didn’t change that. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
UNC vs. ETSU Football Preview: Tar Heels Looking to Improve in Home Opener
Despite not taking the field last weekend, UNC became the only ACC team to win a non-conference Power Four matchup in its season opener. Whether that says more about the Tar Heels or the ACC remains to be seen, but after an off-week, the Tar Heels welcome East Tennessee State on Saturday to kick off the 100th season of football at Kenan Stadium. (
Inside Carolina)
Drake Maye’s Long Game
Such is the life of the next megastar NFL quarterback: All eyes watch every bit of your evolution. And in
Drake Maye’s case, the fans and the media have zoned in specifically on his body. Thanks to a few offseason photos, football fans have declared that he’s bulked up, and the Internet is still speculating over exactly how much muscle he’s added. (
Men's Health)