UNC RB Demon June primed for breakout year after first-season success

Demon June was the Tar Heel offense’s north star last season. Amidst a disappointing 4-8 season, the running back racked up an impressive 464 rushing yards and 159 receiving yards. Some players might peak there, and become just another rotational running back. But head coach Bill Belichick is convinced that this is just the beginning for June. (Daily Tar Heel)

Bill Belichick 'wisdom' guiding UNC on Dublin trip

While Adam McCann-Gibbs feels his journey from Gaelic footballer to college athlete has been like something from a film, the County Down teenager still acknowledges it is surreal to have Bill Belichick play a leading role in his story. McCann-Gibbs is the team's punter who will be making his debut at this level should he feature at the Aviva Stadium. (BBC)

Video: TarHeel247 On-Site! The Biggest Takeaways From UNC Football's First Day In Dublin

Andrew Jones and Noah Weiskopf of TarHeel247 discuss UNC Football's arrival in Ireland, the team's logistical challenges, rainy weather, the absence of defensive coordinator Steve Belichick, the vibes around Dublin, and more as the Tar Heels prepare to face TCU on Saturday. (View Video)

Bill Belichick reportedly to call defensive plays for UNC vs. TCU amid Steve Belichick's absence

With defensive coordinator Steve Belichick still on medical leave, North Carolina football coach Bill Belichick will take over defensive play-calling duties for the Tar Heels against TCU this weekend, according to reports. On August 6, Bill Belichick announced that Steve was on medical leave but did not provide any more details or a timeline for his return. (CBS Sports)

Three keys to UNC Football's matchup against TCU

The offensive side of the football arguably should have UNC fans the most optimistic. Jordan Shipp is the star and should be the best receiver on the field, providing help to starting quarterback Billy Edwards. Behind Edwards is a deep running back corps where last year’s best returning rusher, Demon June, may not be the first running back out there. (Tar Heel Blog)

Overnight Travel, Minimal Sleep: UNC Football Takes The Practice Field In Ireland

Neither Christo Kelly nor Kaleb Cost were rubbing their eyes when they took the practice field on Thursday in Dublin, Ireland. They were wide awake for two totally different reasons. Cost slept for all but 45 minutes of their seven-hour-plus flight to Dublin that started on Wednesday night and ended when they landed in Dublin on Thursday morning. (TarHeel247)

Former UNC OL Joshua Ezeudu Traded From New York Giants to Kansas City Chiefs

On Wednesday, the New York Giants finalized a deal to send offensive lineman Joshua Ezeudu to the Kansas City Chiefs. The University of North Carolina product was selected by the Giants in the third round (No. 67 overall) of the 2022 draft. He played 33 games over his first three seasons with the Giants before being injured for the entire 2025 season. (New York Giants)

Billy Edwards' journey to become UNC’s starting quarterback

As a baby-faced, freckled, and scrawny eighth grader, it takes a certain level of confidence to go up to your future football coach and introduce yourself. It takes even more to tell him you are going to be a professional quarterback one day. That’s exactly what Billy Edwards Jr. did. Bill Belichick officially named Edwards as North Carolina's starter Friday. (Daily Tar Heel)

Bill Belichick says drivers on 'wrong side,' rain among Dublin adjustments

Before UNC gets to the game plan, there were other important lessons for the Tar Heels to learn once they arrived in Ireland on Thursday. When crossing the street, looking right when you’d normally look left. While football will be the same, even if the game is played in the rain, people drive on the left side of the road. "You’ve got to get used to that." (Tar Heel Tribune)

Defensive Coordinator Steve Belichick Absent From Practice in Dublin Ahead of TCU Opener

UNC defensive coordinator Steve Belichick was not present at the Tar Heels' open practice Thursday in Dublin, Ireland, multiple sources report. While it is believed that Belichick did not make the trip with the team to Ireland at all, program sources would not confirm or deny whether that's the case as they ready for the season-opener against TCU. (TarHeel247)

UNC Women’s Basketball To Host Davidson In Exhibition Matchup Oct. 18

North Carolina women's basketball fans will get their first chance to catch the 2026-27 Tar Heels in action on October 18 against the Davidson Wildcats in an exhibition game at Carmichael Arena. The Tar Heels square off against the Wildcats in their lone home exhibition matchup, a tune-up before UNC embarks on its 14-game non-conference schedule. (GoHeels.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Predictions for UNC Basketball's Top 8 in the Rotation

The UNC Basketball roster is set, but who cracks Coach Michael Malone’s 8-man rotation? Terrence Brown’s scoring mentality and leadership headline a roster stacked with backcourt talent. Can newcomers Cameron Fens, Sayon Keita, or Alexandros Samodurov seize control of the five spot. (View Video)

North Carolina's Offensive Line Concern

The biggest concern and what will ultimately decide the fate of the Tar Heels this year is offensive line. When you look at this group, you’ve got to have Christo Kelly stay healthy at center. Beyond that, you’ve got to have him play well. I know tackles get a lot of attention for good reason, but if you can’t hold up in the middle, everything falls apart anyway. (Inside Carolina)

Chansky’s Notebook: Fool Me Once...

Little Kool-Aid will be consumed by UNC Football fans before kickoff in Dublin. Fool me once but not again. It is a great trip to Ireland for Tar Heel fans who bought plane tickets and hotel rooms to tour the Emerald Isle. A year ago, many fans believed Belichick’s Super Bowl magic would help the team win the opening game in Kenan Stadium against TCU. (Chapelboro.com)

Video: UNC Football Players Thursday Dublin Pre-TCU Press Conferences

North Carolina defensive back Kaleb Cost and offensive lineman Christo Kelly speak with the media on Thursday ahead of UNC Football's season opener against TCU on Saturday in Dublin, Ireland. (View Video)

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