Ten most important players for 2015 - No. 3

Posted Aug 26, 2015
Experience and leadership. That what starting UNC middle linebacker Jeff Schoettmer brings to the 2015 Tar Heel football team. The Texas native has played in every game the past three seasons, starting 24 at middle linebacker. As a sophomore the 6-foot-2, 235-pound Schoettmer registered 85 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, six quarterback hurries, and three pass breakups. (Carolina Blue)

Related: Football, Football Recruiting

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Takeaways From UNC's Defense Following Football Spring Practice
UNC Football has concluded the second spring practice of the Bill Belichick era. Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner of TarHeel247 discuss their takeaways, various news...
Thu Apr 30, 2026

Benjamin Hall Rises As Leader Among UNC Running Backs
There’s a sense of rejuvenation across the North Carolina football program this spring. Running back Benjamin Hall, one of the few experienced veteran returners, senses...
Thu Apr 30, 2026

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Takeaways From UNC's Offense Following Football Spring Practice
UNC Football has concluded spring practice. Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner of TarHeel247 discuss their takeaways, various news and notes on what they're hearing, new...
Thu Apr 30, 2026

Lawrence Taylor health update: Hall of Famer 'showing signs of improvement'
New York Giants legend Lawrence Taylor was hospitalized on Friday with a reported stomach issue but appears to be turning the corner. That’s according to...
Wed Apr 29, 2026