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UNC LB Coach Jamie Collins Continues Merging Playing and Coaching Career

Eleven years ago, linebacker Jamie Collins won Super Bowl XLIX with the New England Patriots and its coach, Bill Belichick. In 2026, Collins continues his second season as UNC's inside linebackers coach, working alongside its head coach, Bill Belichick. The only difference working with Belichick after all those years? Well, now he shows a tinge more emotion. (TarHeel247)

Carolina’s Shipp Comes In

North Carolina wideout Jordan Shipp already has his UNC diploma, he’s one of the Tar Heels’ team captains, and he ranks among the ACC leaders in receiving yards despite playing on a team that throws the ball less frequently than most. Shipp also may be the best player at any in-state program who also is a product of North Carolina’s high school ranks. (Chapelboro.com)

Tar Heel Offense, Billy Edwards Jr. Looking to Turn Flashes Into Consistent Production

As UNC Football gears up for its trip to No. 25 Pittsburgh this weekend, finding consistent offensive production will be critical against the nation’s 30th-ranked defense. "You’ve seen flashes,” Tar Heel quarterback Billy Edwards said Monday. "There’s been times we’ll take it 15 plays, 98 yards, and move the ball. There’s times we go three and out." (Inside Carolina)

Video: Coach's Corner with Bill Belichick - UNC vs. Pittsburgh Preview

Before the Tar Heels' showdown in the Steel City, Jones Angell catches up with North Carolina Football Head Coach Bill Belichick about the first third of the regular season and the preparation for their matchup against a talented Pitt team this Saturday. (View Video)

North Carolina Football Injury Report: Several Starters Questionable Against Pittsburgh

UNC could be without several starters when the Tar Heels visit No. 25 Pittsburgh on Saturday. Isaiah Johnson, Peyton Waters, Jaylen Harvey, and Jordan Hall were listed as questionable on the initial availability report Wednesday. Johnson has started all four games this season, totaling 12 tackles before exiting Saturday’s loss to Notre Dame early. (Inside Carolina)

UNC vs. Pitt Football Preview: Breaking Down Tar Heels' Matchup With Panthers

Pitt improved to 5-0 and 2-0 in the ACC football standings with a 35-33 win at Virginia Tech on Friday. The Panthers moved into the national rankings following the win, checking in at No. 25 in the AP Poll and No. 24 in the Coaches Poll. Kickoff is noon Saturday, televised on ESPN. Here are some things to know before the Tar Heels visit Pittsburgh. (Tar Heel Blue)

UNC Football Preparing For Another First-Time QB Starter in Pitt's Holden Geriner

For the second time in three games, UNC Football prepares to face a quarterback making his first career start. After Pittsburgh star QB Mason Heintschel suffered a season-ending torn ACL in the Panthers’ 35-33 win over Virginia Tech on Friday, fifth-year journeyman Holden Geriner will take over when the Tar Heels visit Acrisure Stadium on Saturday. (Inside Carolina)

Drake Maye Named AFC Offensive Player of the Week

New England QB Drake Maye has been named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for his 3-touchdown performance in the Patriots 29-26 victory over the Buffalo Bills last Sunday. Last Sunday in Buffalo, Maye completed 22-of-37 passes for 269 yards, including 3 touchdowns in the 29-26 victory over the Bills. He also led the team with 54 yards rushing. (New England Patriots)

2026 UNC Football Opponent Preview: Pittsburgh

UNC will make the trip up north to face No. 25 Pittsburgh Saturday. The Panthers are making their debut in the AP Top 25 this week after beginning the season 5-0. Pitt is coming off a thrilling 35-33 win at Virginia Tech which saw the Hokies miss a potential game-winning field goal as time expired. The Tar Heels have a 12-6 edge in the all-time series. (Chapelboro.com)

Tar Heel Linebackers Follow Former Pro Jamie Collins' Lead

Jamie Collins has had two rookie seasons. The first came in 2013 with the New England Patriots at the start of a 10-year playing career that included a trip to the NFL Pro Bowl and a Super Bowl victory. The second came last year, reuniting with former head coach Bill Belichick and overseeing the Tar Heel inside linebackers in his first ever coaching gig. (GoHeels.com)

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