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Three takeaways from UNC football's spring press conference

After a tough year, North Carolina football is back in transition. This time with a new offensive coordinator, reshuffled roster, and head coach Bill Belichick still building his first full program from scratch. Offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino's spring practice press conference offered a window into where the Tar Heels' identity is starting to take shape. (Daily Tar Heel)

Best college football players of all time by jersey number

49. Julius Peppers, DE, North Carolina: A two-sport athlete for the Tar Heels, Peppers dominated on the football field. In 2000, he led the nation with 15 sacks and set a UNC record with 24 tackles for loss. The following year, he won the Lombardi Award as best lineman in the country and Bednarik Award as the best defensive player in college football. (ESPN)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC's Top 10 Moments Of 2025-26 - Caleb Wilson Wows Fans

UNC Basketball fans are left wondering what could have been after Caleb Wilson’s electrifying freshman season was cut short by injuries. Plus, questions swirl around Bill Belichick’s first season at the helm of Tar Heels Football, and Reese Brantmeier captures the NCAA women’s singles national championship (View Video)

Cowboys RB Javonte Williams After Breakout Season: 'Got A Lot More To Prove'

Javonte Williams proved that he was a No. 1 running back in 2025, but the Dallas Cowboys running back isn't getting comfortable after his breakout season. "It felt good, just knowing all my hard work paid off, and I got a little bit of security. But I've still got a lot more to prove," Williams said about signing his new contract with the Cowboys this offseason. (FOX Sports)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC Running Back Breakdown and Superlatives

Football analyst Jason Staples joins Tommy Ashley from Inside Carolina to break down North Carolina running back superlatives from a position group that includes Benjamin Hall, Kaleb Jackson, Jaylen McGill, Demon June, and Charleston French. (View Video)

Tommy Thigpen Named Defensive Coordinator at NC Central

Former UNC three-time All-ACC linebacker and assistant coach Tommy Thigpen has been hired as defensive coordinator and safeties coach for the NC Central Eagles. Most recently, Thigpen spent the 2025 football season coaching linebackers for the Arlington Renegades of the United Football League (UFL). He coached linebackers at UNC from 2019-24. (NCCU Eagles)

UNC Football Opponent Snapshot: NC State

UNC Football seeks redemption in 2026 in front of its home fans to get back on the winning side of the rivalry. While many thought the Wolfpack could lose NC State quarterback CJ Bailey to the transfer portal, who would've been highly coveted by teams around the country, the two-year starter will remain in Raleigh to lead NC State for a third season. (TarHeel247)

Check out the Full Schedule for UNC’s ACC Network Takeover

The ACC Network will air a full day of UNC games from the 2025-26 academic year Wednesday, July 1. It’s part of a series of ACC Network Takeovers. UNC’s takeover includes coverage from 12 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. At 5 p.m., catch one of the most memorable games in the history of the Smith Center, as ACCN will re-air UNC’s win over Duke. (Chapelboro.com)

Why Jordan Shipp Stayed at UNC: 'I'm Carolina Through And Through"

After UNC Football's 4-8 finish in Bill Belichick’s first season at the helm, Tar Heels leading receiver Jordan Shipp had every opportunity to become the 32nd player to depart the program in search of greener pastures in January. In an offense often difficult to watch, the former four-star, top-100 recruit emerged as North Carolina’s clear-cut top target. (Inside Carolina)

Cowboys RB Javonte Williams ready to replicate success from breakout season

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams is an avid watcher of Emmitt Smith highlights. He says he'll watch clips all the time from Smith's Hall of Fame career. Recently Williams had the chance to meet Smith for the first time. It turns out Smith was not only an avid watcher of Williams' performance last season, but was also a fan of Williams' work. (MSN.com)

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