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Injury Report: Multiple UNC Football Players Ruled Out vs. Duke

North Carolina will be without cornerback Kaleb Cost for Saturday's rivalry game against the Duke Blue Devils in Durham, and could still miss even more time with a right knee injury. Wide receiver Mason Humphrey also made his first appearance on the injury report this week and was immediately ruled out on Friday night. Here is the full injury report. (TarHeel247)

What Bill Belichick Said About Reported College Football Playoff Expansion

North Carolina coach Bill Belichick shared his thoughts on the new format, which could be finalized and official in the coming days, at his radio show on Thursday evening. "Sounds great to me. That's probably what you need is enough teams so that there's no question about who the best team is. Some teams start fast and other teams come on late." (TarHeel247)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC vs. Duke Football Preview

Jason Staples, Greg Barnes, and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC Football's trip to Durham to face Duke on Saturday, Bill Belichick's approach on defending the Blue Devil offense, how UNC offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino will attack a strong Duke defense, and more. (View Video)

Christo Kelly On UNC Offensive Line's Execution, Backing Bill Belichick, And More

Christo Kelly discussed Bill Belichick's willingness to listen to player feedback and adjust throughout the season. "When I tell you he's open to hearing everything, he's open to hearing everything." Kelly pointed to captains' meetings and exit meetings as opportunities for players to share thoughts on practice schedules, offensive procedures, and more. (TarHeel247)

Podcast: Carolina Football Live - UNC vs. Pitt Recap, Duke Preview

North Carolina head football coach Bill Belichick joins Jones Angell to recap the Tar Heels' 21-17 victory over No. 25 Pitt, preview Saturday's matchup at Duke, answer questions from Tar Heel fans, and more. (Listen To Podcast)

Xavier Lewis’ Unlikely Journey from Unheralded Recruit to UNC Football Star

Bill Belichick joined Rolesville football coach Ranier Rackley and defensive coordinator Kevin Reddick in the meeting room. Reddick, a former UNC linebacker, knew of Belichick’s interest in Zavion Griffin-Haynes. But there was another player with hardly any recruiting momentum he wanted to endorse. "Coach, we’ve got a dawg a lot of people haven’t seen.’" (Chapelboro.com)

Carolina Insider Podcast: Duke preview, Indiana preview, Malloy Smith and Andrew Threatt join

UNC Football visits Duke in the Battle for the Victory Bell (4:56). Tar Heel Basketball has its second exhibition match-up as it travels to Indianapolis to face the Indiana Hoosiers (26:15). Malloy Smith from Carolina Basketball joins (52:18), as does Andrew Threatt from Carolina Football (1:14:08). (Listen To Podcast)

UNC Football vs. Duke: 3 keys and a prediction

Prediction: North Carolina 23, Duke 20: The Tar Heels were a mess last season and nearly knocked off the eventual ACC champions. More disciplined with a clear identity, UNC finds itself in a much better place with a prime opportunity to reclaim the Victory Bell on Saturday. Bill Belichick's team will get it done with a strong fourth quarter in Durham. (MSN.com)

How UNC Safety Greg Smith Went From Limited Role to Defensive Mainstay

After transferring from Florida to UNC, safety Greg Smith didn't play much as a redshirt freshman in 2025. But when former defensive coordinator Steve Belichick called for that one third-down package, Smith and then-freshman Xavier Lewis jogged onto the field together, looking to make plays. They knew that was their chance to impress the coaches. (TarHeel247)

Xavier Lewis Named To AP College Football Midseason All-America First Team

North Carolina's Xavier Lewis was named to the Associated Press Midseason All-America First Team on Thursday. Lewis was one of two interior defensive linemen selected to the AP Midseason All-America First Team. The honor adds to a breakout season for the Rolesville, North Carolina, native, who has emerged as one of the nation's top defensive linemen. (GoHeels.com)

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