UNC Football

Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Football.

Extra Points: A Hundred Ways

At midfield this weekend is the throwback "stair-step" UNC logo worn by Carolina's last ACC championship team, the 1980 Tar Heels that featured Lawrence Taylor and Famous Amos Lawrence in compiling an 11-1 record. That logo along with throwback uniforms are among the gestures from coach Bill Belichick paying homage to the program's history. (GoHeels.com)

UNC once recruited Shaq. Why he's back in ACC country as DJ Diesel

Basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal will perform as DJ Diesel Saturday ahead of the North Carolina vs. East Tennessee State football game. He visited UNC as a high school recruit but admitted it wasn’t the right fit. "I went to North Carolina. Rick Fox showed me around. Chapel Hill, without being disrespectful, it wasn’t 'hood' enough for me." (MSN.com)

UNC Football Defends Culture, Emphasizes Preparation Ahead of Home Opener

Then there’s Benjamin Hall, the running back who shows as much patience at the podium as he does in the backfield. When Hall was asked if he was frustrated his team's success against TCU was being overshadowed, he paused. Then, a smile crept to his face. “I’m gonna be honest with you. No one in this building is losing any sleep over that.” (Chapelboro.com)

Audio: Previewing UNC Football vs. East Tennessee State with Jones Angell

Voice of the Tar Heels Jones Angell joins WCHL's Aaron Keck to discuss North Carolina Football's home opener against East Tennessee State on Saturday at Kenan Stadium, takeaways from the Tar Heels' victory over TCU, the improvement Carolina’s already shown from 2025, the expectations for the year to come, and much more. (Chapelboro.com)

Video: The Game Plan Podcast - UNC Football's Keys to Success vs ETSU

Football analyst Jason Staples joins Inside Carolina's Tommy Ashley to discuss UNC Football's home opener against East Tennessee State, the Buccaneers' explosive offense, and the individual matchups that should make for interesting theater on Saturday at Kenan Stadium. (View Video)

Know Before You Go - UNC Football vs. ETSU

UNC Football kicks off its 100th season in Kenan Stadium this Saturday, Sept. 12th. Opening kickoff between the Tar Heels and the ETSU Buccaneers is set for noon. Be in your seats early to see a flyover featuring F5N Tiger II aircraft flown by Marine Fighter Training Squadron 402. The flyover is scheduled to take place at approximately 11:54 AM. (GoHeels.com)

Video: IC Podcast - The Effects of Saturday's UNC Football Recruiting Ban

Football recruiting expert Don Callahan joins Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to discuss UNC's recruiting ban for Saturday's home opener in Kenan Stadium against East Tennessee State. Callahan explains the violation, the penalty, and the reasons behind the recruiting rules in effect across college football. (View Video)

Carolina Insider Podcast: Full Basketball Schedule, UNC Football vs. ETSU Preview, Lee Pace Joins

UNC Football begins its 100th season in Kenan Stadium by hosting ETSU. Jones Angell and Adam Lucas preview the matchup (4:43). Tar Heel Basketball released its full schedule for 2026-27 and has a big reunion this weekend (22:11). Plus, Lee Pace reflects on a career covering Carolina Football (34:47) and more. (Listen To Podcast)

UNC Football Freshmen Showing They Can Help in the Present

Eight true freshmen saw the field in UNC Football’s season-opening victory over TCU, including four who logged snaps on offense or defense: Carson Sneed (10), C.J. Sadler (26), David Jackson (7) and Kenton Dopson (6). Four others contributed on special teams plays: DQ Forkpa (13), Jakob Weatherspoon (12), Jaziel Hart (12), and Calvin Thomas (7). (Inside Carolina)

Podcast: Carolina Football Live - Bill Belichick Previews UNC vs. ETSU, Recaps TCU

North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick joins Jones Angell to recap the Tar Heels' win over TCU in Ireland, preview Saturday's noon matchup against East Tennessee State, answer questions from Tar Heel fans, and more. (Listen To Podcast)

< Back

Next >