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UNC, Liberty cancel three-game football series

North Carolina's football team will not play Liberty three times in the next decade as previously scheduled. The teams were scheduled to meet in 2024, 2028 and 2031, but the schools agreed in May to cancel the entire series, according to a signed cancellation agreement obtained by WRAL News. The cancellation "is a mutual decision by both parties." (WRAL Sports Fan)

Five Fast Facts: Mitch Trubisky

Former UNC quarterback Mitch Trubisky signed a two-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers this offseason. He spent the first four seasons of his career with the Chicago Bears, who selected him in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft, the second player taken overall. Trubisky was the fastest Bears quarterback to reach the 10,000 passing yards. (Pittsburgh Steelers)

Gene Chizik Looking To "Remove The Gray" From UNC's Defense

"Everything's about consistency." UNC defensive coordinator Chizik said last week. "And so that's what we're focusing on this summer. Their job as players is to ask the questions that remove the gray, let us know when they're unclear on something. And then our job as coaches is to be able to deliver the information so that we can remove the gray." (Inside Carolina)

Brian Anderson Summer Press Conference Notes & Video

Brian Anderson was among the UNC football players who fielded questions from the media last week. He discussed his relationship with Miami transfer and fellow center Corey Gaynor, adjustments under new offensive line coach Jack Bicknell, connecting with younger teammates, and more. Here are video, notes, and quotes from what he had to say. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Washington Commanders WR Dyami Brown has new mentality

After a slow start to his professional football career, Washington Commanders receiver Dyami Brown is approaching the upcoming NFL season with a new mindset. Brown’s lack of assertiveness hampered his production in his first season, which taught him a valuable lesson about the mentality he needs as he heads into his second season in the NFL. (247 Sports)

Video: ACC Elite Performances - UNC QB Mitch Trubisky's Furious Comeback vs. Pittsburgh

Trailing throughout the game against the Pitt Panthers on Sept. 24, 2016 (Box Score), UNC quarterback Mitch Trubisky kept the Tar Heels close, throwing for 453 yards and 5 touchdowns, and repeatedly coming up with the big plays when needed, including three fourth down conversions on the game-winning drive. (View Video)

Charlton Warren Summer Press Conference Notes & Video

North Carolina’s football program held its summer press conference on Wednesday at the Kenan Football Center in Chapel Hill. Defensive backs coach Charlton Warren discussed improving the secondary's consistency, depth among the Tar Heels' defensive backs, the increasing complexity of defenses in college football, Tony Grimes, and much more. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Mitch Trubisky on Fatherhood, Pittsburgh Steelers, And More

Mitch Trubisky: "It’s a huge year. Becoming a father was an absolute blessing, and it also puts football in perspective. I also know what a huge opportunity I have to get back onto the field and and lead lead a team and hopefully be a starter again so I’m looking forward to the opportunity and being a part of a great franchise that is the Pittsburgh Steelers." (Steelers Now)

Former UNC LB Cole Holcomb Gets Married with Epic Mullet Haircut

Former UNC linebacker and current Washington Commanders staring linebacker Cole Holcomb got married last weekend and he rocked a haircut too remember. Holcomb, who played at UNC from 2015-18, married the former Casey DiNardo and completed his wedding day look with a full-on mullet complete with tight shaved sides and luscious curls. (Inside Carolina)

Video: Tony Grimes Summer Press Conference Q&A

UNC Football held its summer press conference Wednesday at the Kenan Football Center. Junior cornerback Tony Grimes discussed improvements for next season, life under new defensive coordinator Gene Chizik, dealing with expectations, and more. Here are video, notes, and quotes from what Grimes had to say. (View Video)

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