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Video: Locked On Tar Heels - This is the Billy Edwards UNC Football Needs

Quarterback Billy Edwards was spectacular against Miami. But did his performance against UConn reveal something even more important for UNC Football? The Tar Heels beat UConn 38-21, and Bill Belichick's team is now just one win away from bowl eligibility. (View Video)

UNC Football vs. UConn: Winners, Losers, and Honorable Mentions

Let’s look at the winners, losers, and honorable mentions from the Tar Heels’ 38-21 win over the UConn Huskies. Winners: Jelani Thurman-If there is one positive that came out of last weekend it was the tight end's work on such a big stage, and hopefully it captured the attention of the John Mackey Award committee. And welcome back, Benjamin Hall. (Tar Heel Blog)

Video: DB Coach Brian Belichick, UNC Players Monday Pre-Louisville Press Conferences

North Carolina defensive backs coach Brian Belichick, quarterback Billy Edwards Jr., center Christo Kelly, and defensive end Melkart Abou Jaoude speak with reporters on Monday ahead of the Tar Heels' game against the Louisville Cardinals on Saturday night at Kenan Stadium. (View Video)

Tar Heels in NFL: Drake Maye throws 3 TD passes, 3 INTs; Javonte Williams has 101 yards, TD

Drake Maye threw three TD passes, including one to Mack Hollins, but the New England Patriots lost 45-27 to the Green Bay Packers during a weekend that featured several strong performances from former UNC players. Dallas running back Javonte Williams rushed for 101 yards and scored on a 1-yard run to give the Cowboys a 27-23 win at Indianapolis. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Timir Hickman-Collins Named ACC Linebacker Of The Week

North Carolina's Timir Hickman-Collins has been named ACC Linebacker of the Week. The honor marks the fourth time a UNC linebacker has earned the award this season, joining Derek McDonald (twice) and Peyton Seelmann. Hickman-Collins put together the best game of his collegiate career Saturday to lift the Tar Heels to a 38-21 victory at UConn. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Bill Belichick Monday Pre-Louisville Press Conference

North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick speaks with the media on Monday to recap the Tar Heels' road victory over UConn on Saturday and look ahead to UNC's matchup against the Louisville Cardinals on Saturday night at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill. (View Video)

Timir Hickman-Collins steps up as UNC’s linebacker rotation shifts

When UNC lost linebacker Jonathan Agumadu to injury a few weeks ago, the Tar Heels needed someone to take more snaps in the middle of their defense. Redshirt sophomore Timir Hickman-Collins answered that need in a rainy 38-21 win at UConn on Saturday, with an interception returned for a touchdown and a fumble recovery that led to another score. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Taking Care Of Business

UNC Football fans have grown used to games going down to the wire this season. There was no need for that Saturday. Bill Belichick's team turned in one of its most well-rounded performances of the year in their 38-21 win at Connecticut. Jelani Thurman continued to amaze, tying the single-season UNC record for touchdown catches by a tight end. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Football Snap Counts vs. UConn

North Carolina returned to the win column Saturday afternoon with a 38-21 victory over UConn. The Tar Heels played 76 offensive snaps and 67 defensive snaps, with several changes in personnel usage. Snap counts offer a closer look at UNC's offensive line rotation, playing time among running backs, and defensive players who took on expanded roles. (Tar Heel Blue)

Timir Hickman-Collins, Benjamin Hall top UNC Football's PFF grades in win vs. UConn

Timir Hickman-Collins played only 15 defensive snaps in UNC's victory at UConn on Saturday, but the linebacker made them count more than anyone else, according to Pro Football Focus. His 93.7 defensive grade was the highest on the team. On offense, running back Benjamin Hall posted the highest grade among UNC's regular contributors at 80.7. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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