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15. North Carolina: Bobby Petrino is the offensive coordinator for a college team coached by Bill Belichick. What a time to be alive. Petrino takes over a unit that finished 118th in scoring and 120th in yards per play in 2025. The Tar Heels held onto leading rusher Demon June, breakout receiver Jordan Shipp, and star edge rusher Melkart Abou Jaoude. (ESPN)

Plenty of Quarterback Options for UNC Offensive Coordinator Bobby Petrino

From watching UNC's quarterbacks in spring practice, there are a lot of options. Freshman Travis Burgess needs to put on weight, which will come, but he’s got a big arm and there’s a reason the coaching staff really liked him. Miles O'Neil, another really big arm. Billy Edwards Jr, he’s battled some injuries throughout his time, but he’s a savvy player. (Inside Carolina)

Chansky’s Notebook: Draft Dodgers?

Bill Belichick and Michael Malone have the same dilemma: neither has any draft picks. After his first season as a college football coach, Belichick did not have anyone drafted by the NFL. New basketball coach Michael Malone has some nice players coming from the transfer portal. But at this point, none of them is a surefire first-round NBA Draft pick. (Chapelboro.com)

Expected Benchmarks For UNC Basketball And Football

UNC didn’t bring Bill Belichick in to go 6-6. Next year, eight wins may be a high bar. But beyond that, expectations ramp up because the significant money pushed into football. In basketball, Sweet 16 every year may be too high a bar in the current landscape, but you should be able to field a team every few years capable of winning a national championship. (Inside Carolina)

UNC football unveils special Air Jordan 14 PE

UNC Football's social media account revealed the new Air Jordan 14 Player Edition for the upcoming season, dressed in an all-Carolina blue colorway. The shoe is dominated by Carolina Blue and features black accents throughout. A UNC emblem is featured as well as the Jumpman and 23 branding on the heel. These shoes are strictly player editions. (USA Today)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Takeaways From UNC's Defense Following Football Spring Practice

UNC Football has concluded the second spring practice of the Bill Belichick era. Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner of TarHeel247 discuss their takeaways, various news and notes on what they're hearing, the Tar Heels' defensive strengths and weaknesses, position battles, and more. (View Video)

Benjamin Hall Rises As Leader Among UNC Running Backs

There’s a sense of rejuvenation across the North Carolina football program this spring. Running back Benjamin Hall, one of the few experienced veteran returners, senses the energy first-hand and believes players and coaches have taken last year’s failures in stride. "Everyone feels like we’re a few plays away from winning some more games," Hall said. (Inside Carolina)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Takeaways From UNC's Offense Following Football Spring Practice

UNC Football has concluded spring practice. Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner of TarHeel247 discuss their takeaways, various news and notes on what they're hearing, new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, the Tar Heels' quarterback battle, offensive line, and more. (View Video)

Lawrence Taylor health update: Hall of Famer 'showing signs of improvement'

New York Giants legend Lawrence Taylor was hospitalized on Friday with a reported stomach issue but appears to be turning the corner. That’s according to his camp as the Hall of Famer remains laid up in the hospital. TMZ Sports later reported Tuesday that Lawrence was receiving treatment for pancreatitis. The outlet also reported his signs of improvement. (On3.com)

Giving Bobby Petrino the Keys to UNC's Offense

I think new UNC offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino will be given a lot of leeway within the parameters that UNC football coach Bill Belichick sets. Belichick knows what he wants, and he understands the complementary nature of football and the importance of that. Petrino talked about how he’s got the offensive mind and Belichick has a defensive mind. (Inside Carolina)

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