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Bill Belichick Sees Strong Captains In Tar Heels Locker Room

Bill Belichick knows what strong leadership looks like, and he's seen it with this year's Tar Heel captains. "I've had a lot of good captains. These guys are the type of group I'm used to working with." Seven players serve in the role for UNC: Christo Kelly, Benjamin Hall, Jordan Shipp, Derek McDonald, Kaleb Cost, Isaiah Johnson, and Melkart Abou Jaoude. (GoHeels.com)

Colts WR Josh Downs Traded To Kansas City Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs have obtained help at wide receiver, acquiring Josh Downs in a trade with the Indianapolis Colts. The Chiefs sent 2027 fourth- and fifth-round picks to the Colts in exchange for Downs and a 2027 seventh-round pick. Downs, known for his quickness and route-running, had an impressive performance in Week 2 against the Chiefs. (ESPN)

What Bill Belichick said about Philip Rivers as NC State coaching move nears

UNC football coach Bill Belichick vs. N.C. State football coach Philip Rivers? That matchup could become a reality in 2027 when the Tar Heels head to Raleigh for a matchup against the Wolfpack. “Fantastic. Excellent competitor,” Belichick said. “One of the toughest guys we ever played against.” Belichick’s Patriots had a 8-1 record against Rivers. (MSN.com)

From Brian Belichick in booth to LB Derek McDonald: How UNC makes defensive calls

With Steve Belichick no longer UNC's defensive coordinator, the question of who makes defensive calls on Saturdays has a straightforward answer, even if the process behind it is shared. Defensive backs and safeties coach Brian Belichick sends the call in, and linebacker Derek McDonald, who wears the green dot, relays it to the defense on the field. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Xavier Lewis Named Chuck Bednarik Award Semifinalist

North Carolina defensive tackle Xavier Lewis has been named one of 18 semifinalists for the 2026 Chuck Bednarik Award. The award is presented annually to the nation's most outstanding defensive player. Lewis, a sophomore from Rolesville, N.C., is the first Tar Heel semifinalist for the award since 2001 when Julius Peppers won the Bednarik Award. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Linebacker Jonathan Agumadu Out For The Season With Injury

UNC linebacker Jonathan Agumadu will miss the remainder of the season with a lower-extremity injury, sources close to the situation confirmed Tuesday. Agumadu posted a photo on social media Monday showing himself lying in a hospital bed with his foot wrapped. Agumadu has missed UNC's last two games against Miami and UConn due to the injury. (TarHeel247)

2026 UNC Football Opponent Preview: Louisville

UNC Football welcomes Louisville to Kenan Stadium for a primetime ACC matchup Saturday night. The Cardinals enter the game with a 6-3 record and 5-2 mark in the ACC standings, riding a four-game winning streak. In his fourth season as the Cardinals’ head coach is Jeff Brohm, who is as connected to his program as any coach in the country. (Chapelboro.com)

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)

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