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Will Hardy’s Steady Voice Anchors UNC’s Defense Amid Inconsistency

After another one-score loss dropped the Tar Heels to 2-5, defensive back Will Hardy didn't sugarcoat where things stand. "You listen to what your coaches tell you, correct it, move forward, and don't take anything personally." It was the same calm, matter-of-fact tone that has made Hardy one of North Carolina's most trusted voices inside the locker room. (TarHeel247)

Cole Holcomb's NFL road isn't finished

For Cole Holcomb, the 2023 season was a new beginning. The only problem was, it ended before he had the chance to enjoy it. But that is now in the past and Holcomb has another fresh start, one that he earned through hard work and determination. That is why his teammates voted him the Pittsburgh Steelers 2025 recipient of the Ed Block Courage Award. (Pittsburgh Steelers)

Video: Schoett & Vipp - UNC Football Trending In A More Positive Direction

Former UNC linebacker Jeff Schoettmer and receiver Taylor Vippolis discuss Carolina Football after dropping to 2-5 and 0-3 in the ACC standings, recent standout players, evaluating this team in its entirety and the quarterback position. (View Video)

Young Skill Players Emerging as Weapons for UNC Quarterback Gio Lopez

For the fifth time in seven games this season, UNC’s leading receiver was someone new on Saturday. While names that Tar Heel fans have grown accustomed to seeing, like Jordan Shipp and Kobe Paysour, have routinely filled the box score, Gio Lopez‘s leading target last week was a name and number few North Carolina fans recognized: Madrid Tucker. (Inside Carolina)

Video: Coach's Corner with Bill Belichick - Episode 8 - Oct. 28, 2025

North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick speaks with Jones Angell of the Tar Heel Sports Network to discuss UNC's trip to upstate New York on Friday night to face the Syracuse Orange. (View Video)

Gio Lopez blocks out ‘noise,’ focuses on growth amid criticism

As North Carolina quarterback Gio Lopez continues to navigate a challenging season, he’s faced mounting criticism from fans and media. But Lopez isn’t letting the “noise” shake his confidence or distract him from the work ahead. The red-shirt sophomore South Alabama transfer says he tries to be himself and not worry about outside pressure. (Tar Heel Tribune)

UNC Offense Finding Its Rhythm Behind Gio Lopez’s Growth, Bill Belichick’s Guidance

Every Monday, UNC quarterback Gio Lopez and Bill Belichick sit down together to watch film. Sometimes, offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchens joins them. Other times, QB coach Matt Lombardi stops by. But Belichick is always there. Each week, he and Lopez dive into tape and begin game planning. In those meetings, Belichick is candid yet encouraging. (TarHeel247)

Turnovers Hindering UNC Offense As Tar Heels Try To Boost Scoring

UNC Football has turned the ball over six times in the last two weeks, though one was a result of a series of laterals against Cal on the last possession. The other five, however, proved costly. Coach Bill Belichick said Tuesday that the team works on ball control drills in practice, but he also spoke to the mindset players have of wanting to secure extra yardage. (Inside Carolina)

Bill Belichick preaches incremental progress, eliminating mistakes at Syracuse

As UNC prepares for Friday night’s ACC football matchup at Syracuse, Coach Bill Belichick continues to emphasize a philosophy rooted in steady, incremental improvement. "Progress comes in small increments. You don’t go from base camp to the top of the mountain in 15 minutes. You day by day improve, correct, improve [and] do it again." (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Bill Belichick Tuesday Pre-Syracuse Press Conference

North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick speaks with the media on Tuesday ahead of the Tar Heels' ACC road matchup against the Syracuse Orange on Friday night (7:30, ESPN) in upstate New York. (View Video)

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