UNC in the NFL: How to watch Tar Heels play in Preseason Week 1

Posted Aug 8, 2024
Thursday, Aug. 8th: 7 PM - New England Patriots at Carolina Panthers, The big one here is Drake Maye, as Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo confirmed Maye will see action at quarterback. Also at 7 PM - Detroit Lions at New York Giants: This one features Joshua Ezeudu, Marcus McKethan, and Tomon Fox for the Giants, while the Lions have Antoine Green. (Tar Heel Blog)

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