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UNC Football Opponent Snapshot: Virginia

UNC Football travels to Virginia on Nov. 21. The Cavaliers are coming off a breakout season in coach Tony Elliott's fourth season at the helm, going 11-3 and 7-1 in ACC play. Virginia peaked at No. 12 in the AP Poll in 2025. Last season, UNC fell to UVA in overtime, 17-16, at Kenan Stadium after a two-point conversion fell inches short of the goal line. (TarHeel247)

New England Patriots QB Drake Maye Honored With Pair of ESPY Nominations

Despite being several months removed from his debut in the Super Bowl, Drake Maye's sparkling 2025 NFL season continues to be recognized. The New England Patriots quarterback has been announced as a finalist for two ESPY awards this week. He is one of four nominees for the 2026 ESPY for Best Breakthrough Athlete and Best NFL Player. (Sports Illustrated)

Seth Trimble’s shot to beat Duke, walk-off Supers win highlight UNC takeover day on ACCN

A full day of memorable North Carolina victories, from postseason thrills and rivalry showdowns to a memorable Seth Trimble shot, will take over ACC Network on Wednesday as part of the channel’s annual school takeover programming. The 24 hours of programming showcase some of the most memorable moments from the UNC sports season. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Five Fast Facts: Pittsburgh Steelers Linebacker Cole Holcomb

Former UNC walk-on linebacker Holcomb originally signed with the Steelers in 2023 as an unrestricted free agent. Holcomb has appeared in 72 career games, starting 59. He has 464 tackles, 282 solo stops, and 19 tackles for a loss. He has added four and a half sacks, 12 passes defensed, three interceptions, eight forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries. (Pittsburgh Steelers)

UNC Football Opponent Snapshot: UConn

In an atypical late-season non-conference game, UNC Football will visit UConn in the first year of a home-and-home series on Nov. 7. It'll be the Tar Heels' second time playing UConn in a true road game, with its only trip 17 years ago. The Tar Heels bested the Huskies in Chapel Hill in 1990 and 2008, before securing a 12-10 win at UConn in 2009. (TarHeel247)

Bill Belichick, Three Tar Heels Set For ACC Kickoff July 17

UNC Football coach Bill Belichick, defensive lineman Melkart Abou Jaoude, offensive lineman Christo Kelly, and wide receiver Jordan Shipp will preview the 2026 football season at ACC Kickoff July 17 at the Hilton Charlotte Uptown in Charlotte. Belichick and the players will meet with the media and TV broadcast partners throughout the day Friday. (GoHeels.com)

Newsletter: Caleb Wilson To The Bulls, Angelo Brizzi Buzz, Oh So Close In Omaha

Caleb Wilson joined Michael Jordan and Coby White in becoming the third Tar Heel drafted in the first round by the Chicago Bulls, UNC Basketball is heavily involved with Buffalo transfer point guard Angelo Brizzi, Carolina Baseball fell just short in the College World Series to end an incredible season, and the Tar Heels landed 3 more football commits. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

UNC Football Opponent Snapshot: Louisville

UNC Football hosts Louisville at Kenan Stadium on Nov. 14. The Tar Heels are 3-5 against the Cardinals and have only played them once in the last 14 years. That matchup was in 2017, when Louisville, then led by current UNC offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino and Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, beat UNC 47-35 in Chapel Hill. (TarHeel247)

UNC Football Opponent Snapshot: Syracuse

UNC Football will host Syracuse on Oct. 24 at Kenan Stadium in Chapel Hill, 364 days since their last meeting. Offensively, the Orange are projected to start only two transfers, with much of the unit consisting of returning players. Ahmad Miller, a transfer from Jackson State, is expected to take over as Syracuse's starting running back in 2026. (TarHeel247)

UNC Football lands three players on Phil Steele's Preseason All-ACC list

UNC Football played to a 4-8 record last season, snapping its streak of six straight consecutive appearances. Despite the Tar Heels' struggles, several players carved out roles as future stars. Defensive end Melkart Abou-Jaoude, wide receiver Jordan Shipp, and defensive back Jaiden Patterson, each earned spots on Phil Steele's Preseason All-ACC Teams. (USA Today)

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