Willie Lampkin impressing Philadelphia Eagles teammates as he pushes for roster spot

The Philadelphia Eagles’ smallest offensive lineman is making a big impression during training camp. And he’s pushing for a spot on the 53-man roster, too. Willie Lampkin, the 5-foot-11 interior offensive lineman, has been one of the standouts through seven practices. The second-year pro out of North Carolina has been turning heads and moving bodies. (Bleeding Green Nation)

Why Omarion Hampton Has Been a Standout in OC Mike McDaniel's Offense Early in Cargers Camp

The San Diego Chargers have been high all offseason on what running back Omarion Hampton could do in a new offensive scheme. Through a week of training camp, that excitement has only grown. Hampton said Wednesday he made a concerted effort to work on the details he learned during the spring and sharpen it for when he returned to camp. (San Diego Chargers)

UNC defensive lineman Leroy Jackson highlights improved offseason conditioning

During media availability earlier this week, UNC defensive tackle Leroy Jackson said conditioning and player health won't be an issue this fall, thanks to Head Strength and Conditioning Coach Moses Cabrera. “Yeah I definitely think our conditioning got better because y’all can clearly see, we always talk about Mo (Coach Moses Cabrera)," Jackson said. (USA Today)

How Andrew Miller went from Cleveland’s October fireman to a voice shaping baseball’s labor future

The thing Andrew Miller remembers now is not the noise, though there was plenty of that. It is not one particular strikeout, though there were 30 of them in the 2016 postseason, more than any reliever in major league history. It is not even the AL Championship Series MVP trophy, though that remains one of the rarest honors ever claimed by a bullpen arm. (MSN.com)

UNC Alumnus, Major Donor Announces Plans to Give Away North Carolina Boat Company’s Proceeds

A major University of North Carolina donor and alumnus drew national attention to his company and philanthropy this week, as he announce he would donate all future profits from his successful sport fishing boat business to charity. Eddie Smith Jr. is the longtime owner and CEO of the Greenville, N.C.-based Grady-White Boats. (Chapelboro.com)

Preview: UNC field hockey roster features 10 accomplished newcomers

This season marks a new era for UNC field hockey coach Erin Matson. For the first time, the star player-turned-coach will lead a roster that does not feature any of her former teammates. But Matson has assembled an incoming class of field-ready recruits as well as a group of returners looking to redeem last season's Final Four loss with a national title. (Daily Tar Heel)

Fueled by local fast-food favorites, Ryan Gerard aims to win Wyndham Championship

Ryan Gerard grew up in Raleigh about an hour down the road, played junior and high school tournaments at Sedgefield Country Club, attended college at nearby UNC in Chapel Hill and is looking forward to some home-cooking this week at the Wyndham Championship. Or at least some Cook Out and Bojangles, two of his go-to fast-food establishments. (USA Today)

Trech Kekahuna Brings Gritty Mindset to UNC Wide Receiver Group

At 5-foot-10, 185 pounds, North Carolina wide receiver Trech Kekahuna does not possess the same frame as a "typical" Power Four receiver, but Kekahuna makes up for it with a rugged mindset. "I'm an 11-on-11 dude," Kekahuna said. "There's 7-on-7 dudes, there's 1-on-1 dudes, but when it's 11-on-11 with pads, I'm a guy who will be reliable." (TarHeel247)

Here are seven of Chapel Hill's hidden gems to check out

Tonya’s Cookies and Cafe - Tonya Council, granddaughter of the late Mildred Council, continues her family’s legacy with her own establishment on Elliott Road. Her grandmother’s iconic Southern restaurant, Mama Dip’s Kitchen, was a staple in Chapel Hill for nearly five decades. The unassuming location features a Southern-style bake shop. (Daily Tar Heel)

Former UNC pitcher Cameron Padgett signs with Red Sox

Former East Rowan and UNC right-hander Cameron Padgett has signed a free agent contract with the Boston Red Sox. Padgett, a 6-foot-3 22-year-old, was scouted while he was pitching for the West Virginia Black Bears in the MLB Draft League. Padgett joined the Black Bears in early July and got his first win for the team on July 30, pitching five innings. (Salisbury Post)

How Cameron Fens Rounds Out UNC Basketball's Frontcourt

Cameron Fens is headed to Chapel Hill, and the timing couldn't be better for a UNC Basketball team that has been searching for frontcourt muscle all offseason. The 7-foot, 255-pound center from South Dakota committed to Michael Malone on Friday, becoming the Tar Heels' sixth transfer portal addition of the offseason. (Read More...)

Video: UNC Football 2026 Preview with Bill Belichick, Jordan Shipp, Melkart Abou Jaoude

Bill Belichick enters year two in Chapel Hill. Defensive end Melkart Abou Jaoude returns to help anchor the UNC defense, and wide receiver Jordan Shipp is coming off a season where he led the Tar Heels in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns. The three join the ACCDN for a preview of the 2026 season. (View Video)

Bill Belichick Breaks Down Four Key UNC Defenders

UNC Football opened Week 2 of training camp Thursday morning at the Koman Practice Complex and there’s still plenty to learn about the Tar Heels’ defense. Before practice, however, Bill Belichick shared his thoughts on four defenders he believes will play key roles for North Carolina in 2026 — Jaylen Harvey, Ade Willie, Kaleb Cost, and Leroy Jackson. (Inside Carolina)

Power Echols Signs With Seattle Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks signed linebacker Power Echols on Friday. Echols, a three-year starter and a team captain at North Carolina, initially came into the league as an undrafted free agent, signing with the Bears following the 2025 NFL Draft. Echols was later signed to Chicago's practice squad. He also spent time on Houston's practice squad last season. (Seattle Seahawks)

A Bill Belichick call at Buc-ee’s changed UNC LB Derek McDonald’s football path

Derek McDonald was at a Buc-ee’s in Florida, unsure where the next step in his football journey would take him when he got a phone call. He might have had his mind on a brisket sandwich, but that quickly changed. "I got a call from a Massachusetts number, and it’s like, 'Hey, this is Bill Belichick,'" McDonald said. "I’m like, 'Yeah, I know who you are.'" (Tar Heel Tribune)

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