Turner's Take: Time For The Sun To Shine

Posted Nov 4, 2011
There are two schools of thought in approaching a rivalry game. One says `It's just another game,' the other, `This is our Super Bowl.' While Butch Davis downplayed the significance of the N.C. State game over any other contest, in the past four games between the two, the Wolfpack were the ones celebrating "like it was Mardi Gras," according to former Tar Heel Deunta Williams. (Tar Heel Blue)

Related: Football, Football Recruiting

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...
Thu Aug 27, 2026

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...
Thu Aug 27, 2026

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...
Thu Aug 27, 2026

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...
Thu Aug 27, 2026