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Breaking Down UNC Football's Defensive Secondary

The Alpha: If I'm having to pick one guy, it's going to be Thaddeus Dixon. I think he's the guy that is more likely in UNC's secondary to generate turnovers. He consistently got his hands on the football and finished last year. There were a number of plays where he got a pass broken up, got the ball batted in the air, and somebody else got the interception. (Inside Carolina)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC's Fit In ACC, SEC, or B1G; Basketball Roster & Expectations

Is the SEC calling, or would the Big Ten be a better fit for North Carolina than the ACC? Host Isaac Schade breaks down the pros and cons of potential moves, analyzing how it could reshape UNC's athletic landscape. He then dissects the Tar Heel basketball roster and sets expectations for the upcoming season. (View Video)

UNC Football Snapshot: Cornerback Marcus Allen

And just like that, Marcus Allen is one of the old heads in North Carolina’s defensive backfield. It seems like just a few weeks ago he was making his first start as a true freshman for the Tar Heels in the ACC Championship Game against Clemson. Since then, Allen has turned into a consistently reliable cover corner and is getting better at stopping the run. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Ronald Curry was once a 2-sport superstar, NFL receiver. That résumé readied him to coach Josh Allen

Ronald Curry could foresee himself coaching, but not in the NFL. "I always saw myself as really wanting to coach in high school," he said. And for a couple of years, he did. From 2010-12, Curry coached at Mooresville Christian Academy in North Carolina. He was about two hours from where he starred in college, playing both football and basketball at UNC. (Buffalo News)

A Look at UNC Football's Defensive Additions in the Transfer Portal

Bill Belichick and the Tar Heel football coaching staff have revamped the roster through the transfer portal, adding 17 players on offense between the winter and spring portal periods. Twelve offensive players come from the Power Four ranks and 16 from the FBS level. In total, UNC has added six defensive lineman, six defensive backs, and five linebackers. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Video: Bill Belichick and Dabo Swinney interview with Rece Davis

Rece Davis shares a conversation with Dabo Swinney and Bill Belichick to discuss adapting to the evolving landscape of NCAA football, insights into their coaching philosophies, key influences, distinctive coaching styles, and more. (View Video)

Chazz Surratt Signs With San Francisco 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers have signed linebacker Chazz Surratt to a one-year deal. Surratt originally was selected by the Minnesota Vikings out of UNC in the third round (78th overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft. In 2024, he appeared in a career-high 17 games (five starts) and recorded 18 tackles on defense and 10 special teams tackles with the Jets. (San Francisco 49ers)

Video: IC Podcast - Scouting UNC's Defensive Backs

Jason Staples and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC's defensive backs. Superlatives include the group's Alpha, this season's breakout player, which Tar Heel is on the clock to prove it on the field, which young player will make an impact this season, and more. (View Video)

Carolina Insider Podcast: Jenny Levy Joins, Baseball Regional, Basketball Schedule, Belichick/Dabo

After winning the ACC Tournament, UNC Baseball begins NCAA play in the Chapel Hill Regional (6:19). The new 18-game ACC Basketball schedule is out (26:54). Women's Lacrosse National Champion head coach Jenny Levy joins (58:15). Plus: Belichick/Dabo audio from the ACC Network Special (1:59:10). (Listen To Podcast)

Post-ACL, All Action: Javonte Williams Eyes Starting Role With Cowboys

Dallas signed running back Javonte Williams to a one-year deal worth $3 million in free agency, looking to benefit from a bounce-back season after he produced just 513 rushing yards and four TDs last season. Although last year was disappointing for the 25-year-old running back, he said he is fully healthy and ready to make an impact for Dallas. (Yahoo! Sports)

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