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Transfer Offensive Lineman Andrew Threatt Commits to UNC Football

Charleston Southern offensive lineman transfer Andrew Threatt has committed to UNC Football. "It’s not every day you can get coached by a well-experienced staff like North Carolina, even excluding Coach [Bill] Belichick there is at least 10+ years of experience across the board, not to much the academic prestige of the University of North Carolina." (Inside Carolina)

Transfer Quarterback Billy Edwards Commits to UNC Football

Wisconsin QB transfer Billy Edwards was in Chapel Hill visiting UNC this weekend. And not long after ending that visit, he committed to the Tar Heels. Edwards, 6-foot-3, 228-pound Springfield, Va. native, entered the season as the Badgers’ starting quarterback after transferring from Maryland. However, a knee injury in the opener limited him to just 34 snaps. (Inside Carolina)

UNC Football hosting former LSU cornerback Ashton Stamps

UNC Football will host plenty of visitors in January after the transfer portal window opened Friday. One of the players scheduled to visit the Tar Heels is former LSU cornerback Ashton Stamps, who will be on campus Saturday. In two seasons in Baton Rouge, Stamps appeared in 24 games with 17 starts, recording 74 tackles and 16 pass breakups. (USA Today)

What UNC football needs in transfer portal for Bill Belichick’s second season

UNC Football will be busy via the transfer portal ahead of ’s second season. Following a 4-8 record, the Tar Heels are set to welcome 39 freshmen to the 2026 roster. But graduations and portal exits mean that UNC will need to fill out its roster with additions through college football’s version of free agency. Here are the Tar Heels’ biggest needs. (MSN.com)

UNC Targeted Portal QB Billy Edwards Visiting Chapel Hill on Friday

Wisconsin Quarterback Billy Edwards, who will formally enter the transfer portal on Friday, has surfaced as a significant target by UNC's coaching staff, multiple sources have confirmed to TarHeel247. So significant, Edwards will be in Chapel Hill on Friday visiting with Belichick and new offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, multiple sources confirmed. (TarHeel247)

2027 Safety Chuck Roberts Commits To UNC Football

and the UNC Football staff made a priority early, and that approach paid off. The California native and IMG Academy safety committed to the Tar Heels on Monday surrounded by family, a moment that made the decision even more meaningful. Roberts said UNC's pursuit began almost immediately after Belichick arrived in Chapel Hill. (On3.com)

THT Newsletter: Seth Trimble Returns, UNC Football's New OC, CJ Rosser Visits, 4-Star Safety Commits

There’s a lot to cover in this week's newsletter before we log off for the holidays, so let’s dive in. is back, UNC Football landed a new offensive coordinator and a 4-star safety, 5-star forward paid a visit, Smith Center discussions are intensifying, Women’s Basketball keeps blowing out opponents, and much more. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

2027 4-star safety Marquis Bryant commits to UNC Football

’s recruitment began when he was a freshman, and the safety out of Rolesville, NC quickly became one of the most coveted recruits in the 2027 class. On Dec. 16, his mother’s birthday, he delivered what he called “a present” by announcing his commitment to North Carolina over Clemson, Nebraska, Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Tennessee. (On3.com)

Video: IC Football Recruiting Podcast - UNC Defense Status Check

Football recruiting expert Don Callahan joins Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to discuss potential transfer portal needs for the UNC defense, the current roster along with incoming freshmen and how those two groups determine necessary additions once the transfer portal opens in January, and more. (View Video)

Updated ACC Football Recruiting Rankings after the Early Signing Period

3. North Carolina: After overturning a huge portion of UNC’s roster last spring, is poised to do so again after the 2025 season. The Tar Heels are bringing in 40 high school and junior college recruits this offseason. The group features 10 blue-chippers, but the Tar Heels will be counting on development of some lower-rated recruits as well. (On3.com)
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Travis Burgess2026 QB
Vodney Cleveland2026 DL
David Davis2026 CB
Kenton Dopson2026 CB
DQ Forkpa2026 LB
Jamarrion Gordon2026 S
Zavion Griffin-Haynes2026 DE
Trashawn Ruffin2026 DT
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ACC Football Standings
TeamACCOverall
(16) Virginia7-111-3
(2) Miami6-213-3
Georgia Tech6-29-4
SMU6-29-4
Duke6-29-5
Pittsburgh6-28-5
Louisville4-49-4
Wake Forest4-49-4
NC State4-48-5
California4-47-6
Clemson4-47-6
Stanford3-54-8
Florida State2-65-7
North Carolina2-64-8
Virginia Tech2-63-9
Syracuse1-73-9
Boston College1-72-10