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Phil Steele ranks ACC Football schedules from toughest to easiest

14. North Carolina: The first year of Bill Belichick kicks off with TCU at home on Sept. 1. UNC doesn’t have a particularly difficult schedule, since it’s in the middle of the pack nationwide and near the bottom of the ACC. They host Clemson in October and the road games don’t look too daunting. They include UCF, Cal, Syracuse, Wake Forest, and NC State. (On3.com)

Cole Holcomb Going The Extra Mile To Ensure His Spot On Steelers' 53-Man Roster

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Cole Holcomb isn’t taking any chances when it comes to securing his spot on the team’s 53-man roster. Having already accepted a pay cut, he is doing everything he can to make himself valuable. Not only does he appear to be in the best shape of his life, he is taking on any role willingly. That apparently includes special teams. (Steelers Depot)

Previewing UNC Football's new coaching staff

On December 11, 2024, former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick was announced as the new football coach in Chapel Hill. Belichick wasted no time curating a staff with a blend of collegiate and professional experience. With the UNC football season approaching, here is a preview of who will be leading from the sidelines in this season. (Daily Tar Heel)

What might the quarterback pecking order be for the Tar Heels?

With preseason football camp starting in a month, uncertainty regarding UNC’s quarterback position still remains. On the surface, it appears South Alabama transfer Gio Lopez is in the driver’s seat for the starting job, but veteran Max Johnson also could be in the mix if he's healthy. And don’t forget about uber-talented true freshman Bryce Baker. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Gio Lopez on playing for Bill Belichick at UNC

Former South Alabama quarterback Gio Lopez announced his transfer to North Carolina on April 17, seemingly setting himself up to be the first starting quarterback of the Bill Belichick era at UNC. "It’s a great opportunity to have someone that demands excellence," Lopez said about Belichick. "When he speaks, everyone listens so it’s a great opportunity." (On3.com)

UNC offensive lineman Christo Kelly on dancing, connecting to UNC, differences & more

True story: North Carolina offensive lineman Christo Kelly won an Irish dance competition a few months ago. "Yeah," he said laughing. "It was halftime of the women's (basketball) Patriot League championship game I went out on the court. I took Irish dancing when I was younger, second and third grade. I was a dance minor at Holy Cross." (Tar Heel Illustrated)

UNC vs. App State ranked among 12 greatest games of the College Football Playoff era

11. They scored how many points in the fourth quarter? North Carolina 63, App State 61 — Sept. 3, 2022; Regular season. Sometimes the stakes are what make games great. Sometimes the matchups make them great. Sometimes, the sheer stupidity of college football is all we need. This Week 2 matchup in Boone, North Carolina, was as stupid as it gets. (Saturday Down South)

Video: THI Podcast - Is WR Jordan Shipp primed for a breakout season?

A former four-star recruit, UNC wide receiver Jordan Shipp could be primed for a breakout season. Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner from Tar Heel Illustrated discuss Shipp, his freshman season, how he could explode as a sophomore, and more. (View Video)

Top 12 Offensive UNC Football Players Since 2014

Marquise Williams: The best leader I covered at UNC. Outstanding person, loved by teammates, and a player who always took responsibility when he didn’t play well. His Monday press conference a few days after losing to South Carolina to open the 2015 season was a great moment in his life. Marquise owned up and was sensational the rest of the way. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Video: UNC QB Gio Lopez discusses his decision to transfer to the Tar Heels

North Carolina quarterback Gio Lopez talks with Bryce Koon of "The Crowded Booth" podcast at the Manning Passing Academy regarding his decision to transfer from South Alabama to UNC, the impact Bill Belichick, the experience of the Tar Heels coaching staff, and more. (View Video)

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