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Chansky’s Notebook: Draft Dodgers?

Bill Belichick and Michael Malone have the same dilemma: neither has any draft picks. After his first season as a college football coach, Belichick did not have anyone drafted by the NFL. New basketball coach Michael Malone has some nice players coming from the transfer portal. But at this point, none of them is a surefire first-round NBA Draft pick. (Chapelboro.com)

Expected Benchmarks For UNC Basketball And Football

UNC didn’t bring Bill Belichick in to go 6-6. Next year, eight wins may be a high bar. But beyond that, expectations ramp up because the significant money pushed into football. In basketball, Sweet 16 every year may be too high a bar in the current landscape, but you should be able to field a team every few years capable of winning a national championship. (Inside Carolina)

UNC football unveils special Air Jordan 14 PE

UNC Football's social media account revealed the new Air Jordan 14 Player Edition for the upcoming season, dressed in an all-Carolina blue colorway. The shoe is dominated by Carolina Blue and features black accents throughout. A UNC emblem is featured as well as the Jumpman and 23 branding on the heel. These shoes are strictly player editions. (USA Today)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Takeaways From UNC's Defense Following Football Spring Practice

UNC Football has concluded the second spring practice of the Bill Belichick era. Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner of TarHeel247 discuss their takeaways, various news and notes on what they're hearing, the Tar Heels' defensive strengths and weaknesses, position battles, and more. (View Video)

Benjamin Hall Rises As Leader Among UNC Running Backs

There’s a sense of rejuvenation across the North Carolina football program this spring. Running back Benjamin Hall, one of the few experienced veteran returners, senses the energy first-hand and believes players and coaches have taken last year’s failures in stride. "Everyone feels like we’re a few plays away from winning some more games," Hall said. (Inside Carolina)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Takeaways From UNC's Offense Following Football Spring Practice

UNC Football has concluded spring practice. Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner of TarHeel247 discuss their takeaways, various news and notes on what they're hearing, new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, the Tar Heels' quarterback battle, offensive line, and more. (View Video)

Lawrence Taylor health update: Hall of Famer 'showing signs of improvement'

New York Giants legend Lawrence Taylor was hospitalized on Friday with a reported stomach issue but appears to be turning the corner. That’s according to his camp as the Hall of Famer remains laid up in the hospital. TMZ Sports later reported Tuesday that Lawrence was receiving treatment for pancreatitis. The outlet also reported his signs of improvement. (On3.com)

Giving Bobby Petrino the Keys to UNC's Offense

I think new UNC offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino will be given a lot of leeway within the parameters that UNC football coach Bill Belichick sets. Belichick knows what he wants, and he understands the complementary nature of football and the importance of that. Petrino talked about how he’s got the offensive mind and Belichick has a defensive mind. (Inside Carolina)

Extra Points: Round Two

"It's so different today," Bill Belichick says, reflecting on 15 months on the job. "We came in late. We missed that first recruiting class. This year, there's not a spring portal where we're going to lose guys. We're going to add a couple guys who couldn't come in January but could come in May. Ninety percent of our team is here. It's been a good spring." (GoHeels.com)

Newsletter: Henri Veesaar to NBA Draft, 3 UNC Basketball Commitments, New Transfer Portal Targets

Henri Veesaar declared for the NBA Draft as UNC Basketball landed three transfer portal commitments. Carolina Football hosted recruits and signed four players to NFL contracts. Baseball blasted Duke. The Tar Heels set a new NCAA Track & Field record, won the ACC Women’s Lacrosse title, crowned a new home run queen, and more. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

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