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Why defensive end Melkart Abou-Jaoude chose to stay at UNC

UNC defensive end Melkart Abou-Jaoude had opportunities elsewhere this offseason, but chose to remain at UNC because of his belief in the program and the relationships he built last season. He pointed to the opportunity Carolina gave him in 2025, his connection with his teammates, and his desire to help the Tar Heels continue in the right direction. (TarHeel247)

Will Hardy Named To NFF Hampshire Honor Society

UNC defensive back Will Hardy has been named to the National Football Foundation Hampshire Honor Society, the organization announced Wednesday. Hardy played in 51 career games during his time in Chapel Hill, starting 16 games including all 12 last season. He served as one of the team captains and finished third on the team in tackles with 53. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Offensive Coordinator Bobby Petrino's Contract Made Public

North Carolina has released its employment agreement with offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, who signed a two-year deal valued at $2.35 million on Feb. 16, 2026. The contract runs through Jan. 5, 2028. The former Arkansas and Louisville head football coach, who turned 65 last month, will make $1 million this year and $1.35 million in 2027-28. (Inside Carolina)

Bill Belichick’s happy classroom checks, Christo Kelly’s hardest season, and UNC’s spring reset

Bill Belichick was grinning as if he had just won another Super Bowl. UNC offensive lineman Christo Kelly and a teammate were walking to class when they spotted their coach coming the other direction. "Coach, what were you up to?" Kelly asked. Belichick had been checking classrooms, making sure his players were where they were supposed to be. (Tar Heel Tribune)

UNC Defensive Coordinator Steve Belichick Focuses on Daily Improvement in Spring Practice

North Carolina defensive coordinator Steve Belichick met with reporters ahead of the Tar Heels' seventh spring football practice on Tuesday. Belichick discussed what he has seen from UNC's defense thus far this spring, the difference between FCS and Power Conference play, and more. Here are video and key takeaways from Belichick's press conference. (TarHeel247)

Offensive Lineman Christo Kelly Emphasizes Leadership, Growth, and Continuity for UNC Football

Offensive lineman Christo Kelly met with the media during UNC Football's spring press conference this week and emphasized growth, both personally and program-wide, as the Tar Heels continue spring practice. Kelly said continuity is a key difference this spring, with returning players now able to "speak the same language" and operate more efficiently. (TarHeel247)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC Football Tuesday Open Practice Report

UNC Football held its second media viewing of spring practice on Tuesday, April 7th and Inside Carolina's Jason Staples and Tommy Ashley discuss what they saw and heard in the brief time media was allowed inside the practice facility. (View Video)

Video: Steve Belichick, Billy Miller Tuesday Football Spring Practice Press Conferences

UNC Football defensive coordinator Steve Belichick and special teams assistant Billy Miller speak with the media on Tuesday to discuss the Tar Heels' ongoing spring practices at the team prepares for the 2026 season opener against TCU in Dublin, Ireland. (View Video)

Newsletter: UNC Basketball Coaching Search Coming Into Focus, Portal Losses Begin

The UNC Basketball coaching search is coming into focus now that Tommy Lloyd and Dusty May have committed to remain with their programs. Transfer portal losses have begun in men’s and women’s basketball, Marcus Paige has found a new coaching home, Football gained one commitment and lost another, and much more. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

Dyami Brown is back with Commanders and 'better than ever'

In a way, Dyami Brown needed to have a year of experiencing something new with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Brown missed playing for the Commanders, though, and he's glad to be back in the burgundy and gold with his old teammates, now armed with more knowledge and a refined skill set that he believes will help Washington reignite its offense. (Washington Commanders)

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