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Jordan Washington's Return Bolsters North Carolina's Tight End Group
Three weeks ago, the UNC tight ends group added another weapon to its arsenal when
Jordan Washington debuted. Washington, one of North Carolina’s three offseason transfer tight end additions, was poised to play a key role in the Tar Heel offense in 2026 following two seasons at Texas. But a partially torn ACL in April threw a wrench into those plans. (
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Matt Lombardi on Billy Edwards' Growth, Leadership, and UNC's QBs
UNC quarterback
Billy Edwards' performance against Miami was one of his most complete games. After missing his first two passes, he settled in and finished with an 82.4% completion rate. Quarterbacks coach Matt Lombardi credited the work Edwards puts in during practice, particularly the emphasis on making the right decisions under pressure. (
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Video: Carolina Insider - UNC Football vs. UConn Preview
Jones Angell and Adam Lucas break down the keys for North Carolina Football's upcoming road game at UConn. Kickoff against the Huskies is set for Saturday at noon in East Hartford, Connecticut.
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Thu Nov 5, 2026
UNC’s Path to Bowl Eligibility: Ranking the Tar Heels’ Last 4 Opponents
Syracuse outlasted the Tar Heels, and North Carolina fell in overtime two weeks ago. And last weekend, the Tar Heels' upset bid was ended late against No. 1 Miami. Now, UNC needs to win two of its final four football games, none of which are cakewalks, to reach a bowl game. Here are the Tar Heels' final four games, ranked from easiest to toughest. (
TarHeel247)
Drake Maye Named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for October
The New England Patriots announced that QB
Drake Maye has been named AFC Offensive Player of the Month for October. It is Maye's first Player of the Month award and the Patriots first Offensive Player of the Month award since Tom Brady earned the honor in Nov. 2017. Maye led the Patriots to a 3-1 record in October, including a 3-game win streak. (
New England Patriots)
North Carolina Football’s Next 4 Games Will Define Bill Belichick’s Year 2
Among UNC's four remaining opponents, there is neither a certain victory nor an assumed defeat. The Tar Heels are a 7-point favorite at UConn Saturday. They probably will be an underdog against Louisville next week, then slight favorites for their trip to Virginia and home contest against NC State. This is where perception can matter more than reality. (
Chapelboro.com)
UNC Defensive Lineman Vodney Cleveland Not Participating in Team Activities
UNC freshman defensive lineman
Vodney Cleveland is not participating in team activities following a single-vehicle crash in Chatham County in September, in addition to two prior speeding citations. "We are aware of a one-car accident involving
Vodney Cleveland on Sept. 17," a UNC spokesperson said. "He is not currently participating in team activities." (
Inside Carolina)
Video: Carolina Insider - Double Takes Episode 1; Twice the Takes, All Things Carolina
Introducing "Double Takes," a new series from Carolina Insider. Join
Jones Angell and Adam Lucas for fresh perspectives, fun conversations, and a little friendly debate. Topics include ACC football officiating, UNC QB
Billy Edwards, football viewership, basketball's rebounding struggles, and more.
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Thu Nov 5, 2026
Kaleb Cost Gained Confidence After Facing Miami's Malachi Toney
North Carolina defensive back
Kaleb Cost returned from injury Saturday and immediately faced one of the toughest challenges in college football. In his first game back, Cost and the Tar Heels' secondary were tasked with slowing down Miami receiver Malachi Toney, one of the nation's most productive players and a Heisman Trophy contender. (
TarHeel247)
Video: Coach's Corner with Bill Belichick - UNC vs. UConn Preview
Before UNC Football heads north this weekend, coach
Bill Belichick joins
Jones Angell to talk about the growth of the Tar Heels this year, quarterback
Billy Edwards' outstanding performance last weekend, and a preview of the matchup with UConn.
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Wed Nov 4, 2026