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Shaquille O’Neal Featured Among 2026 Performers for Chapel Thrill Concert Series

UNC has announced its setlist for the 2026 Chapel Thrill Concert Series. The series is part of the school’s “Chapel Thrill Game Day,” which debuted in 2025. The concerts are the centerpiece of the festivities, with the stage located on Polk Place in front of Wilson Library in the heart of the UNC campus. Each performance is free and open to the public. (Chapelboro.com)

What Will Bobby Petrino's UNC Offense Be Built On?

If you've heard Bobby Petrino speak since becoming UNC's offensive coordinator in January, it's clear his offense will be predicated on running the football. In just two press conferences since arriving at North Carolina, Petrino has repeatedly emphasized the importance of running the ball effectively. "We've got to be a team that can run the ball physically." (TarHeel247)

Melkart Abou Jaoude Named To Bronko Nagurski Trophy Preseason Watch List

UNC defensive lineman Melkart Abou Jaoude has been named to the Bronko Nagurski Trophy Preseason Watch List, presented annually to the top defensive player in college football. Abou Jaoude was a Second Team All-ACC selection a season ago, after ranking fifth nationally and leading the conference in sacks with 10.5 following the regular season. (GoHeels.com)

UNC's Offensive Line Rebuild Underway in Training Camp

North Carolina returns six offensive linemen — Jordan Hall, Aidan Banfield, Eidan Buchanan, Christo Kelly, Byron Nelson and Trey Blue — but the group logged limited game experience in 2025. Hall led the returners by playing 29% of the Tar Heels’ offensive snaps last season, followed by Banfield (25%), Buchanan (9%) and Kelly (3%). (Inside Carolina)

Lawrence Taylor's Dominance Forced the NFL to Change Forever

Lawrence Taylor's impact reached far beyond his ability to lift the New York Giants to two Super Bowl titles—his relentless destruction made such an impact on the game that certain strategies that were adapted to deal with his relentless style of play still are part of the game today. Taylor reached his peak on the Giants' road to winning Super Bowl XXI. (Sports Illustrated)

Chapel Thrill Game Day To Feature Wide Variety Of Acts This Fall In Free Concert Series

Chapel Thrill Game Day, a fun and family-friendly event that brings together Tar Heel fans before every home football game, will return to UNC this year. Located in the heart of campus on Polk Place and presented by the Rams Club, the pre-game party will feature a talented slate of national recording artists and performers for a free concert series. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Football looking to build 'North Carolina offense' in Bill Belichick's second season

As the Tar Heels build toward their season-opening game against TCU on Aug. 29 in Dublin, Ireland, they have a vision for how to improve this season: Build a distinct Carolina offense. "When I got here, you know, I wasn’t looking to run my offense," new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino said. "We wanted to put together the North Carolina offense." (MSN.com)

'No Set Timeline' For When UNC Will Name Starting Quarterback

While Bill Belichick said that there isn't a leader in the clubhouse for UNC's starting quarterback position, multiple sources confirmed in June that Billy Edwards had the clear nod, and then what the media saw in a 30-minute window at practice on Thursday confirmed that information. But that doesn't mean the veteran will start against TCU on Aug. 29. (TarHeel247)

Newsletter: UNC Basketball Explores Wild New Portal Window, Football Opens Camp Amid Investigation

UNC Football kicked off training camp this past week, but the headlines weren’t about touchdowns. Basketball had its own bombshell: a court ruling reopened eligibility for a whole class of players, and Michael Malone wasted no time chasing two experienced transfers. Plus, the latest on UNC Baseball, Women's Basketball, and more. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

The best offensive linemen in UNC football history

Jeff Saturday (1994-97): Became a key player on the offensive line, team captain in 1996 and 1997, helping lead UNC to a 21-3 record and earning first-team All-ACC honors both years. Harris Barton (1983-86): Earned first-team All-ACC and All-America honors in 1986. Brian Blados (1980-83): Became first 300-pound offensive lineman to start in the NFL. (USA Today)

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