A look at UNC football's quarterback competition

Posted Jul 5, 2026
Billy Edwards Jr.: The graduate transfer from Wisconsin is the most experienced signal-caller on the team. Last year, Edwards suffered a season-ending PCL injury in his first game at Wisconsin. Travis Burgess: The highly touted 6-foot-4, 193-pounder from Georgia could become the first true freshman starter for the Tar Heels since Sam Howell in 2019. (Daily Tar Heel)

Related: Football, Football Recruiting

Clemson's offensive line has struggled, while UNC's front four has been solid. What gives?
The Tar Heels have a reason for optimism through two games, and that’s the play of their defensive line. The same cannot be said for...
Wed Sep 16, 2026

UNC Football PFF Report - Week 2 ETSU
Let’s look at how the Tar Heels graded out vs. ETSU, according to PFF: CJ Sadler - 80.2. Along with Jelani Thurman, Sadler is emerging...
Wed Sep 16, 2026

Newcomers Fit Right In With North Carolina's Defensive Front Seven
North Carolina edge rusher Jaylen Harvey goes by backfieldgeneral on Instagram. The redshirt sophomore lived up to his handle this past Saturday, spending a good...
Wed Sep 16, 2026

Video: Tar Heel Tribune - Former UNC Defensive Coordinator Geoff Collins
Former UNC defensive coordinator Geoff Collins, the “Minister of Mayhem,” joined the “Tar Heel Tribune Podcast” to discuss UNC Football, his assessment the Tar Heels...
Wed Sep 16, 2026