Bill Belichick Plays Defense, Disputes Doubts About UNC Football General Manager

North Carolina coach Bill Belichick played defense Monday, disputing increasing doubts about general manager Michael Lombardi’s competency amid the growing notion that the two men are presiding over a broken football culture, as the Tar Heels turn the corner into game week for their road matchup at California. "I think Michael’s done a great job." (Inside Carolina)

Chansky’s Notebook: Another Maye Day

Drake Maye is looking like a playoff quarterback to me. While his alma mater is engulfed in controversy over its new football coach, the former North Carolina quarterback continues to light up the NFL and his record and stats back up the praise. Maye led the New England Patriots to their third straight win and will be favored in their next three games. (Chapelboro.com)

Bill Belichick calls rumors of UNC exit 'categorically false'

After a week of chaos surrounding UNC Football and Bill Belichick's future in Chapel Hill, the six-time Super Bowl-winning coach denied rumors he was looking for an exit and doubled down on his belief that his "process" will eventually lead to a winning team. "Reports about my looking for a buyout or trying to leave here is categorically false," Belichick said. (ESPN.com)

The Monday Huddle: UNC Football GM Michael Lombardi Addresses a Challenging Week

UNC Football General Manager Michael Lombardi on how the team is feeling after a challenging open week: "I think the team is focused on Cal. Last week, there was a lot of noise outside our building, but our building has maintained a semblance of consistency in terms of progress and wanting to improve. And our players have been dedicated." (Chapelboro.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Breaking Down UNC Basketball Rankings, Analytics, Schedule, Defense

Host Isaac Schade discusses the surprising KenPom analytics placing UNC Basketball 33rd overall with a concerning 45th defensive efficiency, the Tar Heels' schedule, Hubert Davis' strategy for improving defensive performance, and navigating a challenging non-conference slate. (View Video)

Tar Heels ranked for 20th straight season in preseason AP men’s college basketball poll

UNC is ranked in the preseason AP Top 25 men’s basketball poll for the 20th consecutive season. The Tar Heels will begin head coach Hubert Davis’ fifth season ranked No. 25, marking the lowest preseason ranking in program history when UNC has made the poll. The previous low was No. 20 in 1995–96; that team finished the season ranked No. 25. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Bill Belichick Monday Pre-Cal Press Conference

North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick speaks with reporters on Monday following a tumultuous open week to separate fact from fiction in the recent negative headlines, preview Friday night's west-coast matchup against the Cal Bears, and more. (View Video)

THT Newsletter: Meet Caleb Wilson, Anthony Thompson Sets Commitment Date, Open Basketball Practice

There was no football game over the weekend, but it was still a busy time for UNC Athletics. Caleb Wilson introduced himself, 5-star wing Anthony Thompson set a commitment date, UNC Basketball held an open practice, football commits and NFL players had big games, and a former Tar Heel Wrestler "paid it forward" with a huge donation. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

Video: Tar Pit Podcast - Why These 6 Commits Are All-In on UNC Football

The Tar Pit Podcast crew sits down with Travis Burgess, Trashawn Ruffin, Zion Smith, Nick Fiumara, Carson Sneed, and Calvin Thomas — six North Carolina commits who are shaping the future of Tar Heel football. (View Video)

Bill Belichick’s UNC program privately blames Patriots for bad press

As someone who knows North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick recently characterized it, Belichick has a habit of couching his circumstances in one of two ways: hero or victim. In the aftermath of a recent feeding frenzy of reports pointing to the disintegration of Belichick’s first foray into college football, the victim card is being played. (NBC Sports)

Caleb Wilson Q&A: ‘I Knew Then That I Wanted to Beat Duke’

UNC freshman forward Caleb Wilson showed flashes of his lofty potential for the Tar Heels in the Blue-White scrimmage last week. He contributed 13 points, six rebounds, two assists, and five steals, according to unofficial stats. A pair of fadeaway jumpers and an emphatic put-back dunk off an offensive rebound highlighted Wilson’s showing that day. (Inside Carolina)

Drake Maye continues to make history, Patriots keep winning; Josh Downs catches TD pass

On Sunday, Drake Maye, who might be one of the best quarterback in the NFL through six weeks, led the New England Patriots to their third consecutive victory on the same day that Josh Downs caught his first touchdown pass of the season. In the Patriots’ 25-19 victory at New Orleans on Sunday, Maye went 18-of-26 for 261 yards and three touchdowns. (Tar Heel Tribune)

No. 23 UNC Volleyball Takes Down Georgia Tech For First Time Since 2017

No. 23 UNC Volleyball moved to 6-0 in ACC play with a massive four set win over Georgia Tech (Highlights). The win marks the first over Georgia Tech since 2017 and first in Atlanta since 2016. Safi Hampton, Laynie Smith, and Chelsea Thorpe powered the Tar Heels to their seventh straight victory, combining for 38 kills with a season-high 12 from Smith. (GoHeels.com)

No. 3 UNC Field Hockey Handles Business Against No. 19 Louisville With 3-0 Victory

A rainy Sunday at Karen Shelton Stadium finished with a 3-0 win for UNC Field Hockey over No. 19 Louisville (Highlights) to wrap up a big weekend of ACC clashes. The Tar Heels dominated, putting up 23 shots while not allowing one from the Cardinals until the fourth quarter. The result sealed a shutout weekend for Carolina against two ranked ACC foes. (GoHeels.com)

Drake Maye’s 5-game stretch has officially put the NFL on notice

If Drake Maye keeps playing at this level, he's going to be the clear-cut favorite to be named the 2025 NFL Most Valuable Player. Over the last five games, the former UNC football star has thrown for 200+ yards and has strung together a 100+ passer rating. There's only three QBs in NFL history (age 23 or younger) who have accomplished this feat. (Keeping It Heel)

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