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New England QB Drake Maye shaves head to help raise money for Boston Children

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye and his wife, Ann Michael Maye, helped raise money for Boston Children’s Hospital on Tuesday by shaving his head. Ann Michael Maye traded her cutting board for a pair of clippers as the Patriots QB got his head shaved at Granite's annual "Saving by Shaving" event. "This is going to be a shock," she said. (WCVB.com)

Jaiden Patterson’s growth fuels UNC defense aiming for faster start

Now entering his junior season, UNC defensive back Jaiden Patterson is building on his late-season success while stepping out of his comfort zone and emerging as a leader for UNC's defense and the team as a whole — a unit hoping to start faster this season after early struggles last season stemming from unfamiliarity with a new roster and coaching staff. (TarHeel247)

How Jordan Shipp became UNC Football's most trusted voice

Wide receiver Jordan Shipp returns not just as a captain, but as a leader tasked with helping shape UNC Football's second season under Bill Belichick. "The UNC logo holds so much weight," Shipp said Tuesday. "You talk about the degree, the network, all of the people, the alumni that've gone here, that've played here, you're representing all of that." (TarHeel247)

Newsletter: UNC Basketball Coaching Search, Smith Center Debate Tabled, Caleb Wilson To NBA Draft

The North Carolina Men's Basketball coaching search is in full swing, Caleb Wilson is off to the NBA Draft, the Smith Center vs. new arena debate is tabled for the time being, spring football kicks off with two commitments, Women’s Basketball falls in the Sweet 16, Baseball has a 4-0 week, and Women’s Lacrosse’s win streak ends at 31. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

Video: Inside UNC Football with the Aer Lingus College Football Classic

Aer Lingus College Football Classic Ambassadors Ciarán Kilkenny and Phoebe Schecter go behind the scenes with the UNC Football Program ahead of the Tar Heels Week-0 matchup against TCU in Dublin, Ireland's Aviva Stadium on August 29th. (View Video)

Patriots quarterback Drake Maye to launch MayeDay Family Foundation

Ahead of this third NFL season, New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is launching his own nonprofit to extend that impact to the community. Maye and his wife, Ann Michael, on Friday announced the creation of the MayeDay Family Foundation and its mission to provide children and families enduring hardship with assistance and support. (New England Patriots)

Stark Differences for Bill Belichick this Spring as Opposed to a Year Ago

"There's a lot of changes from last year," UNC Football coach Bill Belichick said Tuesday during a press conference in advance of spring practice. "I'd say the big difference between this year and last year, for me, is that we have our team now. This is gonna be a big percentage of it." UNC has 52 new players in the program right now, with more coming. (TarHeel247)

Chansky’s Notebook: 'We Have Our Team Now'

Bill Belichick clearly believes last year was a mulligan. The UNC football head coach spoke to the media Tuesday at Kenan Football Center as his team opened spring practice. And one of the first things he addressed was how he feels more ahead of the game now than at this time last year. There is some merit to the point Belichick is driving at. (Chapelboro.com)

Video: IC Reaction Podcast - UNC Football's First Spring Practice

Year two in the Bill Belichick era kicked off on Tuesday with the first spring football practice of 2026. Inside Carolina's Jason Staples and Tommy Ashley discuss takeaways from the portion of practice the media was allowed to view, defensive and offensive lines, quarterbacks, and new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino. (View Video)

Face of the Program Jordan Shipp Seizing Leadership Role for UNC Football

As the first player to speak with the media since last season ended, UNC wide receiver Jordan Shipp highlighted his growing role on the team and his hope to be a prominent leader for the Tar Heels as they enter their second spring practice under Bill Belichick. "To be pushed more towards the front of the program, it’s just a blessing," Shipp said Tuesday. (Inside Carolina)

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