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Freshman Linebacker Calvin Thomas Earns First Career Start Against Pitt

When North Carolina traveled to Pittsburgh for its matchup against No. 25 Pitt, freshman outside linebacker found himself with an opportunity to take on a larger role in UNC's defense. With sidelined by injury, Thomas earned his first collegiate start and helped the Tar Heels secure a 21-17 road victory over the Panthers. (Tar Heel Blue)

Everybody knows about Josh Downs. That's the Colts' problem

is the Colts' best third-down weapon. And every defense knows it. When quarterback Daniel Jones lines up on third down and sees pressure coming from the defense, his first instinct is to look for Downs. Nearly every time he’s looked that way the last couple of weeks, there have been too many jerseys of the wrong color in the area. (MSN.com)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC Basketball Expectations, Rankings, and Style

Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC Basketball's preseason ACC ranking, 's in-game coaching style, and positives and questions the Tar Heels will take from the win over USC on the road to Indiana on Sunday. (View Video)

Maximo Adams giving UNC a reason to look beyond its starting five

is showing he'll be a major contributor to UNC from day one. An 11-point, six-rebound game off the bench against USC showed the type of role he'll play this season. One exhibition won’t define his season, but it gave Tar Heel fans a reason to pay attention. Adams has the opportunity to become more than just a freshman waiting his turn. (Keeping It Heel)

Video: Carolina Football - The Process, UNC vs. Pitt - "Black Air Force One" Energy

North Carolina Football's long-form video feature The Process, Episode 3 goes behind-the-scenes with the Tar Heels' to highlight the Tar Heels' 21-17 road victory over No. 25 Pitt, 's "Black Nike Air Force One" energy, and more. (View Video)

UNC LB Derek McDonald Becoming NFL Prospect While Running Belichick’s Defense

Since arriving at UNC in January, after five seasons at Syracuse, UNC middle linebacker has become one of the Tar Heels’ team captains, their defensive signal-caller, one of their top all-ACC candidates, one of the nation’s leading tacklers, a legitimate candidate for the 2027 NFL draft, and maybe even one of ’s favorite players. (Chapelboro.com)

Duke has given up one sack but hasn’t faced defensive front like UNC

Duke football coach Manny Diaz says his offensive line will face its biggest test of the season against UNC on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. (ESPN). Diaz said the Tar Heels' depth and variety are what set its pass rush apart. "It is the strength of the team. They are really, really good up front. They’re deep. They can all make plays. They can all win one-on-one." (Tar Heel Tribune)

Injury Report: 6 UNC Starters’ Availability Uncertain for Duke

The injury bug is making its way around the North Carolina Football program. The Tar Heels released their first injury report on Wednesday night for their game on Saturday at Duke. Kickoff is at 3:30 on ESPN2. Out: DB Tre Miller, DB , DL Viliami Moala, WR , DL Vodney Cleveland, DL . (TarHeel247)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC Football Recruiting Update

Football recruiting expert Don Callahan and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss the latest in UNC Football recruiting, the Tar Heels' approach for the Notre Dame weekend, and how North Carolina has dealt with not having a GM in place since Michael Lombardi resigned earlier this season. (View Video)

UNC Defensive Lineman Xavier Lewis Earns National Recognition

’ impact has extended beyond the weekly conference awards. Today he was also named to the Lombardi Award Midseason Watch List, which recognizes the nation’s top college football linemen and linebackers. The honor adds another milestone to a season in which Lewis has emerged as one of Carolina’s most important defensive players. (Tar Heel Blue)

Video: Carolina Insider - Interview with UNC OL Andrew Threatt

, from the UNC offensive line, joins and Adam Lucas on the Carolina Insider Podcast to talk about his journey to Chapel Hill, his role on the offensive line, and how the Tar Heels can continue their momentum following Saturday's 21-17 win over Pittsburgh. (View Video)

UNC vs. Duke Football Preview: Tar Heels Eye Victory Bell, Back-to-Back Road Wins

Duke is averaging 34 points per game while ranking 18th nationally in passing grade. The Blue Devils average 226.6 rushing yards per contest on 5.58 yards per carry — the 16th and 17th-best marks in the country, respectively. Duke’s defense has posted impressive numbers this season, allowing 84 rushing yards per game, 11th-best nationally. (Inside Carolina)

Austin Hitt, Dylan Menante Give Tar Heels Five PGA Tour Players In 2027

Austin Hitt and Dylan Menante earned 2027 PGA Tour cards as result of their season-long play on the Korn Ferry Tour. When the PGA Tour begins play in January 2027 in La Quinta, Calif., five Tar Heels will be eligible to compete: Hitt, Menante, , David Ford, and . Griffin and Gerard are ranked among the top 30 players in the world. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Football Ranked No. 1? 78 Years Ago, It Really Happened!

Over the summer, I stumbled across a graphic that showed every program to have been ranked No. 1 in the Associated Press College Football poll, which debuted in 1936. Since then, there have been more than 1,200 polls, featuring 45 different teams in the top spot. Between Notre Dame and Michigan, a blue UNC logo occupies one spot in 1948. (Chapelboro.com)

Joschi Schelb Claims Second Straight ACC Men's Soccer Offensive Player Of The Week Award

North Carolina Men's Soccer standout Joschi Schelb has been named ACC Offensive Player of the Week for the second time in as many weeks. Schelb exploded for a hat trick and an assist in UNC's 7-1 win over Notre Dame last Saturday to claim the honor. Schelb has been on fire this season, posting 12 goals and two assists in UNC's first 11 matches. (GoHeels.com)
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Today In UNC History
October 15, 1977
UNC freshman running back "Famous" Amos Lawrence rushes for 216 yards in his first career start, leading the Tar Heels to a 27-14 win over NC State in Raleigh.
October 15, 2011
Giovani Bernard posts his fifth straight 100-yard rushing game, becoming the first Tar Heel to do so since Ethan Horton in 1984, as the Tar Heels fall to Miami 30-24 in Chapel Hill.
October 15, 2016
UNC beats No. 16 Miami 20-13, marking the first time Carolina has beaten two ranked teams on the road in the same season (also No. 12 Florida State on 10/1/2016). It's UNC's 8th consecutive true road victory, the longest streak since 1947-1949. In addition, Ryan Switzer becomes UNC's all-time leading receiver with 206 career catches.
October 15, 2022
Kamari Morales sets the UNC all-time record for TD receptions by a tight end with 10, and the Tar Heels score the game-winning TD with 16 seconds remaining off a pass from Drake Maye to Antoine Green to beat Duke in Durham, 38-35.
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