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LSU transfer running back Kaleb Jackson commits to UNC Football

LSU transfer running back Kaleb Jackson is committing to UNC Football via the NCAA Transfer Portal. He’s spent the past three seasons in Baton Rouge. Over the course of his time with the Tigers, he’s amassed 82 carries for 331 yards and four touchdowns. Jackson played high school football in Baton Rouge, La., where he was a four-star recruit. (On3.com)

Offensive Lineman Sean Thompkins flips transfer commitment from UNC to LSU

LSU has earned a commitment from Baylor offensive tackle Sean Thompkins to the 2026 roster. It was not long ago that Thompkins announced his commitment to UNC but he never officially signed with the Tar Heels, instead electing to take a visit to Baton Rouge over the weekend. He played 460 snaps all at left tackle for the Bears, and graded out at 47.9. (Geaux247)

Video: IC Podcast - Scouting UNC's Portal Class: Brown, Harvey, McDonald, Hoilette, Seelmann

Jason Staples and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC Football's 2026 transfer portal class, focusing on the defensive side of the ball and thoughts on five signees: Florida's Tarvorise Brown, Penn State's Jaylen Harvey, Syracuse's Derek McDonald, and Richmond's Donovan Hoilette and Peyton Seelmann. (View Video)

Video: IC Podcast - Transfer QB Billy Edwards, Jr. Looks to Make Big Impact at UNC

Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss the journey of Billy Edwards, Jr., the impact the veteran quarterback can make on the UNC football team, the need for a NCAA waiver to compete in his sixth collegiate season, and 's thoughts on what the Tar Heels are getting in Edwards. (View Video)

THT Newsletter: UNC Basketball Survives Wake, 5-Star PG Offered, Football Transfer Portal Update

UNC Basketball’s defensive deficiencies reared their head again in a narrow win over Wake Forest, 5-star PG received a UNC offer, there was major movement in the Football transfer portal, and are headed to the NC Sports HOF, and Women’s Basketball had a rough showing against Notre Dame. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

Former Arkansas OT Shaq McRoy Discusses why he Committed to UNC Football

Shaq McRoy could be UNC's starting right tackle next season, and that might be part of the reason he committed to the Tar Heels as a transfer from Arkansas. "The whole staff is former NFL at all their positions which I feel will put me over the top when it's time to get drafted. I want the fans to know I'm not leaving in a year and I'm all the way in for UNC." (TarHeel247)

Richmond Defensive Line Transfer Donovan Hoilette Commits to UNC Football

UNC Football has pulled another standout from the Richmond Spiders. Defensive lineman Donovan Hoilette signed with the Tar Heels on Sunday. Hoilette, a 6-foot-4, 245-pound West Palm Beach, Fla. native, officially visited UNC last week. Hoilette, who has one season of eligibility remaining, earned first-team All-Patriot League honors this season. (Inside Carolina)

UNC Football Lands Texas Transfer Tight End Jordan Washington

UNC Football added a third tight end in its transfer class. The Tar Heels received a commitment on Sunday morning from Texas tight end Jordan Washington. Washington spent two season with the Longhorns. As a redshirt freshman in 2025, Washington played in 12 games and made two starts. He caught seven passes for 109 yards and a touchdown. (TarHeel247)

Ohio State Tight End Transfer Jelani Thurman Commits to UNC Football

Ohio State tight end transfer Jelani Thurman announced his commitment to UNC Football on Saturday night. Coming out of Fairburn (Ga.) Hughes High, Thurman was the No. 5 TE in the nation. Over three seasons in Columbus, Thurman has appeared in 33 games, catching 13 passes for 144 yards and two TDs. Thurman has two seasons of eligibility remaining. (Inside Carolina)

LSU Transfer Kicker Aeron Burrell Signs with UNC Football

UNC Football signed LSU transfer kicker Aeron Burrell on Saturday. The past two seasons, Burrell has been a kickoff specialist, appearing in all 25 games for the Tigers. In 2024, he kicked off 74 times, posting an 89 touchback percentage, which led the SEC and ranked No. 3 in the nation. The Bossier City, La. native has two seasons of eligibility remaining. (Inside Carolina)
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