Five football programs on the rise in 2009

Posted Mar 26, 2009
5. North Carolina: Rivals.com and Scout.com each had North Carolina's most recent recruiting classes in their top 10 rankings. That's no surprise. Butch Davis can recruit with anyone. T.J. Yates is back and should be the starting quarterback. Leading rusher Shaun Draughn also returns. Don't forget -- North Carolina beat six bowl teams in 2008. Davis and the Tar Heels are close to a breakthrough season. (Newsday)

Related: Football, Football Recruiting

Video: Unscripted with Adam Lucas
Today's episode of the "Aaron Unscripted" podcast is with Adam Lucas, a prominent writer, columnist, and broadcaster known for his extensive work covering UNC athletics...
Thu Jun 26, 2025

A Look At UNC Football's Future Schedules
As it currently stands, we take a look at North Carolina's future football opponents. 2027 non-conference opponents: UCF (Sept. 4), at Purdue (Sept. 11), at...
Thu Jun 26, 2025

Devontez Walker Feels Fast Again, And Baltimore Ravens Coach John Harbaugh Is Impressed
Former UNC receiver Tez Walker ran one of the fastest 40-yard dash times (4.36) at the 2024 Combine. He has long known he's fast. But...
Thu Jun 26, 2025

Previewing UNC Football's Quarterback Situation
With former Patriots head coach Bill Belichick taking the helm as head coach, UNC Football has multiple quarterback options. The group includes returner Max Johnson,...
Thu Jun 26, 2025