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UNC mourns 'selfless' James Spurling, who impacted Tar Heel football for decades

On Sunday afternoon, for the first time in more than half a century, Carolina Football will gather without James Spurling. A Celebration of Life will be held Feb. 15 at 3 p.m. in Carmichael Arena. Generations of players, coaches, and administrators - from former chancellors and athletic directors to Mack Brown and Bill Belichick - are expected to attend. (MSN.com)

TJ Yates Named Tampa Bay Buccaneers' Passing Game Coordinator

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 2026 coaching staff includes multiple new additions in all three phases of the game. Notable additions to the offensive staff include T.J. Yates as pass game coordinator. The former UNC quarterback joins Tampa Bay after spending the past five seasons with the Atlanta Falcons, most recently as passing game coordinator in 2025. (Tampa Bay Buccaneers)

Marcus Allen, Thaddeus Dixon Invited To 2026 NFL Scouting Combine

UNC defensive backs Marcus Allen and Thaddeus Dixon have been invited to participate in the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, taking place Feb. 23 - Mar. 2 in Indianapolis, Ind. The combine features 319 of the nation's top prospects for an opportunity to showcase their skills through a series of drills, tests, and interviews in advance of the 2026 NFL Draft. (GoHeels.com)

Drake Maye had injection for shoulder before Super Bowl

Patriots quarterback Drake Maye said he received a pain-killing injection for his injured right throwing shoulder before the team's 29-13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. Maye, who was emotional after the game, was asked how his shoulder felt, and he said: "I shot it up, so not much feeling. It was good to go, and it felt all right." (ESPN)

Chansky’s Notebook: One Chapter Short

A decade ago, as a 14-year-old growing up in Charlotte, Drake Maye attended Super Bowl 50, held in the San Francisco area, as a spectator. On Sunday, in storybook fashion, the former UNC superstar returned to the biggest stage in American sports, in the same city at the same stadium, but this time as a 24-year-old competing in Super Bowl 60. (Chapelboro.com)

Newsletter: Trimble's Triple, Banghart's Big Win, Surratt's Super Sunday, Remembering James Spurling

What a week in UNC sports! Seth Trimble became a legend, Women’s Basketball beat State in their house, Chazz Surratt won a Super Bowl, two future Tar Heels were named McDonald’s All-Americans, Coby White is coming home, RJ Davis was honored, we remember the life and legacy of James Spurling, and more. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

Super Bowl 2026: Mack Hollins arrives in handcuffs, Hannibal Lecter-style mask for big game

New England Patriots wideout Mack Hollins is...a lot. The 8-year veteran is more known for his off-field quirkiness than his on-field excellence. Sunday delivered yet another example of Hollins living up to that reputation. Hollins arrived at Super Bowl 60 in handcuffs on both his hands and legs. He also wore a Hannibal Lecter-style mask on his face. (Yahoo! Sports)

How Charlotte native Drake Maye went from Myers Park to Super Bowl LX

Patriots' quarterback Drake Maye hails from a well-known, athletic North Carolina family. Charlotte natives, Maye is the youngest brother in his family, but he's already the most accomplished in his second year in the NFL. He is now in the running for league MVP and is a Super Bowl starter. His parents, Mark Maye and Aimee Maye, are both former athletes. (Niner Times)

What’s it like to coach Super Bowl QB Drake Maye?

Scott Chadwick and Drake Maye don’t chat as often as they used to. Certainly not as often as in high school, when plopping down on the couch in the Myers Park coach’s office in Charlotte was practically part of Maye’s daily routine. Still less than the weekly Sunday calls while Maye was at UNC. Sundays have gotten a bit busy, as you might imagine. (Yahoo! Sports)

Four Tar Heels Set For Super Bowl LX On Sunday

With Super Bowl LX set for Sunday, Feb. 8, in Santa Clara, Calif., four former UNC Football standouts are set to participate in the big game. Quarterback Drake Maye, receiver Mack Hollins, and linebacker Amari Gainer (practice squad) are on the AFC Champion New England Patriots, while linebacker Chaz Surratt is on the NFC Champion Seattle Seahawks. (GoHeels.com)

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