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Derek McDonald on Leading UNC's Linebackers, Steve Belichick, and More

Syracuse transfer linebacker Derek McDonald has a unique vantage point to gauge how UNC's edge rushers are performing and understands their potential. "We have a lot of guys that can rush. I think we have a lot of speed on the edge this year. Donovan Hoilette is a super-good player, very experienced. Jaylen Harvey is explosive, really fast." (TarHeel247)

Carolina Insider Podcast: UNC Football Training Camp, Basketball Talk, Mallory Wilmouth

Season 11 of the Carolina Insider Podcast begins as UNC Football training camp is in full swing (3:36). Carolina Basketball continues to adjust its roster heading into the season (24:44). And Former Tar Heel Basketball manager (now with the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes) Mallory Wilmoth joins (35:00). (Listen To Podcast)

Ade Willie's Versatility a Big Plus for North Carolina's Secondary

Experience and versatility are intangibles that Ade Willie brought to North Carolina after spending four seasons at Michigan State. They are his greatest assets and are why he likely will see the field a lot this season for the Tar Heels. "He's another defensive back that's big, fast, a good tackler, and is a physical player," coach Bill Belichick said last week. (TarHeel247)

Chansky’s Notebook: Carolina Conundrum

There is no question Michael Lombardi will lose his job as UNC Football’s general manager and leave Chapel Hill. UNC has attorneys across the state. Lombardi has hired Tom Mars who has defended players and coaches in the NFL. Lombardi "welcomes the opportunity to clear his name," Mars said as lawyers do. But that train has left the station. (Chapelboro.com)

Defensive Back Kaleb Cost Providing Versatility, Experience for UNC Football

Players like Kaleb Cost are exactly what Bill Belichick is looking for on defense. Entering his fourth season at North Carolina, Cost has done a little bit of everything, carving out roles at multiple positions while becoming one of the most versatile pieces in the UNC secondary. In his first season under Belichick, Cost took on a Swiss Army knife role in 2025. (Inside Carolina)

Giants legend Lawrence Taylor named best NFL player from Virginia

For decades, legendary New York Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor has comfortably found himself on lists of the greatest players in league history. It shouldn’t surprise anyone, then, that the three-time Defensive Player of the Year cracked another “all-time” team. This time, Taylor earned the title of the best NFL player to come from Virginia. (GMen HQ)

Melkart Abou Jaoude's college journey, from cream cheese to crunching QBs

When G.J. Crescione received a call that one of the TVs at a bagel shop in Newton, New Jersey, was broken, he scurried to the store. Crescione, a former Delaware wide receiver and owner of a marketing company, was expecting to fix one of his advertising screens and maybe grab a bagel. He wasn’t expecting to help recruit a potential player his alma mater. (MSN.com)

Jordan Shipp Named To Wuerffel Trophy Watch List

UNC wide receiver Jordan Shipp has been named to the 2026 Allstate Wuerffel Trophy Watch List, which recognizes FBS players who lead through community service while excelling the classroom and on the field. The Wuerffel Trophy recognizes student-athletes who use their platforms to serve others and make a positive impact in their communities. (GoHeels.com)

Derek McDonald Ready to Seize Final College Opportunity at UNC

When Derek McDonald pulled into a Buc-ee’s parking lot in Florida this past January, he never could have predicted what would come next. After five years at Syracuse, McDonald entered the transfer portal following a senior season cut short after four games by a season-ending hip injury. As he prepared to step out of the car, his phone rang. (Inside Carolina)

Kaleb Cost on Bill Belichick's Messages, Increased 'Intensity,' and More

Bill Belichick has a mandate for his UNC football team, and he has one for senior defensive back Kaleb Cost. "There's three things you learn from: Smart, tough, and dependable," Cost said last week, noting his head coach's team mantra. As for himself, personally, "Just being more vocal," Cost said. "He'll tell you to be more vocal as a leader." (TarHeel247)

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