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Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Football.

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

Josh Downs 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: 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, Jelani Thurman'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 Derek McDonald 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 Bill Belichick’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 Jakob Weatherspoon, DL Viliami Moala, WR Keeyun Chapman, DL Vodney Cleveland, DL Jimmy-Phrisco Alo-Suliafu. (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

Xavier Lewis’ 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

Andrew Threatt, from the UNC offensive line, joins Jones Angell 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)

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)

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