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Running Back Demon June Carving Out Role in Crowded Backfield

Demon June joined elite company Saturday. The sophomore found the end zone three times in North Carolina’s win over East Tennessee State, becoming the first Tar Heel running back to do so since Omarion Hampton against James Madison in 2024. It also marked the first multi-touchdown performance of the Jacksonville, N.C. native’s college career. (Inside Carolina)

Billy Edwards targets eight receivers, but connection with Jelani Thurman thriving

There were some off-target throws and some drops, but the chemistry between quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. and his receivers was obvious, particularly as UNC's blowout of ETSU progressed. Edwards was 15 of 20 for 244 yards and two touchdowns, targeting eight receivers during the Tar Heels’ 35-3 victory on afternoon in Kenan Stadium. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Clemson starting QB expected to miss UNC game, Tait Reynolds to start

Clemson quarterback Christopher Vizzina suffered an elbow injury vs. Georgia Southern and is expected to miss the Tigers’ upcoming game against North Carolina. Freshman Tait Reynolds is expected to start against the Tar Heels. It was his non-throwing elbow and he is expected to miss 1-2 weeks. Clemson squeaked by Georgia Southern 22-7 on Saturday. (On3.com)

Tar Heel Takeaways: UNC Football Handles Business In Home Opener

UNC did what it was supposed to do against ETSU. The Tar Heels never trailed, led by three scores at the half, and held a 35-0 advantage after three quarters before the game entered a lightning delay. UNC averaged 8.1 yards per play to ETSU's 3.8, didn't turn the ball over, and for the second straight week were whistled for fewer penalties than its opponent. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Tar Heel Tribune - UNC vs. ETSU postgame analysis, Clemson preview

North Carolina vs. ETSU postgame reactions with Britt Whitmire, R.L. Bynum, and Doc Kennedy as they look back at the Tar Heels' 35-3 victory over ETSU and preview next Saturday's matchup against the Clemson Tigers in Death Valley. (View Video)

Weather Delay Could Be Blessing in Disguise for UNC

Maybe the 79-minute lightning delay at the end of the third quarter will be a blessing in disguise for UNC. As fans made their way to the exits and players meandered to the locker rooms for the delay, UNC coach Bill Belichick decided to relieve his starters and allow the reserves to finish the game. "It was very important to build that depth," Billy Edwards said. (TarHeel247)

Video: The Day After Podcast - UNC Football Checks the Boxes in Win Over ETSU

Buck Sanders, Jason Staples, and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina break down UNC Football's 35-3 win over East Tennessee State on Saturday. The Tar Heels' victory pushed North Carolina to 2-0, with a trip to Clemson's Death Valley looming on Saturday. (View Video)

How Much Did We Learn About UNC Football? The Morning After, ETSU Edition

UNC's offense commanded the attention, but the Tar Heels still had to play defense. Through two games, they have allowed 6.5 points per game – less than a touchdown and extra point. ETSU is an FCS team but entered Saturday averaging 42 points through two games. The Buccaneers gained 255 yards, only 26 fewer than TCU managed in the opener. (Inside Carolina)

UNC played without star defensive lineman Melkart Abou Jaoude against ETSU. When will he return?

UNC star defensive lineman Melkart Abou Jaoude recorded a sack after leaving the Tar Heels’ season opener against TCU with a hand injury. Two weeks later in the team’s home opener on Saturday, an apparent injury to his right hand/arm kept him off the field. UNC coach Bill Belichick said after the game that the defensive lineman was "day to day." (MSN.com)

What Bill Belichick, UNC Football did during weather delay vs. ETSU

Billy Edwards Jr. figured his day was done, but UNC's starting quarterback couldn’t sit still during a weather delay in an eventual 35-3 win vs. ETSU. "It was tough. I came into the weight room, and we were all sitting in there talking. Had the iPad up and I sat there for like 8 minutes, then I stood up and was like, ‘Oh my gosh.’ I immediately felt the effect." (MSN.com)

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