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Tar Heels in NFL: Drake Maye breaks out of slump, Javonte Williams runs for 3 TDs

Drake Maye ended the worst three-game stretch of his career, Javonte Williams ran for a career-high three touchdowns, and Omarion Hampton scored in the fourth quarter in a good week for former UNC Football players in Week 4 of the NFL season. Maye completed 22 of 37 passes for 269 yards and three TDs in the Patriots’ 29-26 win at Buffalo. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: IC Podcast - Notre Dame Too Good, Too Deep for Tar Heels

Buck Sanders, Jason Staples, and Tommy Ashley from Inside Carolina discuss UNC Football's loss to Notre Dame on Saturday in Kenan Stadium, Billy Edwards and the UNC offense's impressive drives, Jaiden Jefferson's kickoff touchdown return, and more. (View Video)

Jordan Shipp Secures Career Day During Offensive Wakeup

North Carolina's passing attack struck for 208 yards on Saturday, and its number one wide receiver accounted for over half of that production with a career-high 109 receiving yards. However, seemingly all other phases of the game took a step backward in UNC's 37-26 loss at home. For the junior from Charlotte, those were the only numbers that mattered. (TarHeel247)

North Carolina Offers Proof Of Concept vs. Notre Dame

The No. 3 team in the country had UNC on the ropes early at Kenan Stadium Saturday. The way the Tar Heels responded was a bright spot during a 37-26 loss to the Fighting Irish. Following their loss to Clemson, multiple Tar Heels talked about how that defeat was an opportunity to learn lessons. And here was a chance to apply them. UNC took advantage. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Football Offensive and Defensive Snap Counts vs. Notre Dame

North Carolina fell 37-26 to No. 3 Notre Dame on Saturday at Kenan Stadium. The final snap counts provide a closer look at which Tar Heels carried the biggest workloads, how UNC divided playing time, and where the rotations stood on both sides of the football. Here is a look at UNC’s offensive and defensive snap counts against Notre Dame. (Tar Heel Blue)

Mack Hollins named Week 4 NFLPA Community MVP after hosting Special Olympics Field Day

Before he became well known across the NFL for his energetic play and esoteric habits, Mack Hollins was building a reputation for giving back, especially with the Special Olympics. The New England Patriots wide receiver hosted his biggest event with the organization yet, teaming up with the Patriots Foundation to host a Special Olympics Field Day. (New England Patriots)

UNC’s defense fades in loss to No. 3 Notre Dame: 'Too many leaky yards'

Notre Dame had 20 rushing attempts averaging 6.1 yards in the third quarter, almost half of their total attempts for the game. "There were too many leaky yards," Bill Belichick said. Against Clemson, UNC's defense wore down. With short offensive possessions, the Tar Heels didn’t have time to catch their breath. A similar pattern played out Saturday. (Daily Tar Heel)

Jordan Shipp, Derek McDonald post UNC’s best PFF grades vs. Notre Dame

Receiver Jordan Shipp and linebacker Derek McDonald posted UNC's top Pro Football Focus grades in Saturday’s loss to No. 3 Notre Dame. The Tar Heels’ team defense grade, though, was a season-low 67.2, and the team offensive grade was the second-lowest this season at 62. That had a lot to do with facing one of the best teams in the country. (Tar Heel Tribune)

North Carolina vs. Notre Dame Postgame Notes

This season is the Tar Heels’ 100th season in Kenan Stadium. Third-ranked Notre Dame defeated UNC, 37-26, Saturday in Chapel Hill. North Carolina is 2-2 on the season, and 0-1 in the ACC standings. Saturday was the 24th meeting between the programs, a 22-2 mark in favor of the Fighting Irish. Notre Dame is 8-2 all-time in Chapel Hill. (Read More...)

Video: Tar Heel Tribune - UNC vs. Notre Dame Postgame Reactions

Britt Whitmire, R.L. Bynum, and Doc Kennedy discussing UNC Football's 37-26 loss to Notre Dame on Saturday, quarterback Billy Edwards performance, Carolina's defensive struggles, turning points, the Tar Heels tough upcoming four-game stretch, and more. (View Video)

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