Linebacker Andrew Simpson Finds Old Friend, New Partnership in Move to North Carolina

Posted Aug 25, 2025
A long friendship with cornerback Thaddeus Dixon and fast partnership with coach Bill Belichick were among the principal forces that pulled linebacker Andrew Simpson to North Carolina for his final season of college football. The Tar Heels are depending on the experienced Boise State transfer as one of the foundational pieces among their rebuilt defense. (Inside Carolina)

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