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Willie Lampkin impressing Philadelphia Eagles teammates as he pushes for roster spot

The Philadelphia Eagles’ smallest offensive lineman is making a big impression during training camp. And he’s pushing for a spot on the 53-man roster, too. Willie Lampkin, the 5-foot-11 interior offensive lineman, has been one of the standouts through seven practices. The second-year pro out of North Carolina has been turning heads and moving bodies. (Bleeding Green Nation)

Why Omarion Hampton Has Been a Standout in OC Mike McDaniel's Offense Early in Cargers Camp

The San Diego Chargers have been high all offseason on what running back Omarion Hampton could do in a new offensive scheme. Through a week of training camp, that excitement has only grown. Hampton said Wednesday he made a concerted effort to work on the details he learned during the spring and sharpen it for when he returned to camp. (San Diego Chargers)

UNC defensive lineman Leroy Jackson highlights improved offseason conditioning

During media availability earlier this week, UNC defensive tackle Leroy Jackson said conditioning and player health won't be an issue this fall, thanks to Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Moses Cabrera. “Yeah I definitely think our conditioning got better because y’all can clearly see, we always talk about Mo (Coach Moses Cabrera)," Jackson said. (USA Today)

Trech Kekahuna Brings Gritty Mindset to UNC Wide Receiver Group

At 5-foot-10, 185 pounds, North Carolina wide receiver Trech Kekahuna does not possess the same frame as a "typical" Power Four receiver, but Kekahuna makes up for it with a rugged mindset. "I'm an 11-on-11 dude," Kekahuna said. "There's 7-on-7 dudes, there's 1-on-1 dudes, but when it's 11-on-11 with pads, I'm a guy who will be reliable." (TarHeel247)

Video: UNC Football 2026 Preview with Bill Belichick, Jordan Shipp, Melkart Abou Jaoude

Bill Belichick enters year two in Chapel Hill. Defensive end Melkart Abou Jaoude returns to help anchor the UNC defense, and wide receiver Jordan Shipp is coming off a season where he led the Tar Heels in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns. The three join the ACCDN for a preview of the 2026 season. (View Video)

Bill Belichick Breaks Down Four Key UNC Defenders

UNC Football opened Week 2 of training camp Thursday morning at the Koman Practice Complex and there’s still plenty to learn about the Tar Heels’ defense. Before practice, however, Bill Belichick shared his thoughts on four defenders he believes will play key roles for North Carolina in 2026 — Jaylen Harvey, Ade Willie, Kaleb Cost, and Leroy Jackson. (Inside Carolina)

Power Echols Signs With Seattle Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks signed linebacker Power Echols on Friday. Echols, a three-year starter and a team captain at North Carolina, initially came into the league as an undrafted free agent, signing with the Bears following the 2025 NFL Draft. Echols was later signed to Chicago's practice squad. He also spent time on Houston's practice squad last season. (Seattle Seahawks)

A Bill Belichick call at Buc-ee’s changed UNC LB Derek McDonald’s football path

Derek McDonald was at a Buc-ee’s in Florida, unsure where the next step in his football journey would take him when he got a phone call. He might have had his mind on a brisket sandwich, but that quickly changed. "I got a call from a Massachusetts number, and it’s like, 'Hey, this is Bill Belichick,'" McDonald said. "I’m like, 'Yeah, I know who you are.'" (Tar Heel Tribune)

UNC Football's Acclimation Period is Complete, Now Position Battles Truly Begin

North Carolina donned full pads for the first time since training camp started on Wednesday but was back in shorts and shoulder pads on Thursday, which was the Tar Heels' seventh practice ahead of the 2026 college football season. Thus, it signals a strong shift for the team, as it's entering the next phase, and perhaps the most telling part of camp. (TarHeel247)

How UNC wide receiver Trech Kekahuna adds 'dog mentality' to Tar Heels offense

Trech Kekahuna feels like he’s always been overlooked. That’s just what happens to players from Hawaii, he said. But as the transfer receiver from Wisconsin looks to carve out a role in UNC’s wide receiver group, he’ll lean on his background. "I feel like being from Hawaii just builds like a type of dog mentality, and I feel like I have that inside of me." (MSN.com)

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