North Carolina Tar Heels News - Sports Illustrated Page 24

ON SI
SI SWIMSUIT
SI FORUMS
SI NEWSLETTERS
SI TICKETS
SI RESORTS
SI SHOPS
SUBSCRIBE NOW

NFL
SOCCER
NBA
MLB
NCAAF
WNBA
FANTASY
BETTING
PREDICTION MARKETS
WATCH
SI TV

Home
Schedule
Roster
Stats
All Tar Heels
Tickets

Sep 1, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels defensive back Kaleb Cost (21) intercepts a pass in the second quarter at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

3 UNC Football Standouts Who Could Be High NFL Draft Picks

Jared Feinberg

|

Jun 1, 2026

Nov 29, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick addresses the media after the second half of the game against NC State Wolfpack at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

Predicting UNC's 2026 Starting QB and His Backup

Justin Backer

|

Jun 1, 2026

Oct 17, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick reacts against the California Golden Bears in the first quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

Way-Too-Early Louisville 2026 Opponent Preview: North Carolina

Matthew McGavic

|

May 31, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; TV analyst Bill Belichick watches the Miami Hurricanes play the Indiana Hoosiers during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Departure of UNC Quarterback Brings Clarity Ahead of 2026

Jared Feinberg

|

May 30, 2026

Schedule

Standings

Team Leaders

Full Team Statistics

Team Rankings

Oct 28, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a North Carolina Tar Heels helmet on the field before a game against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Bobby Dodd Stadium at Hyundai Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

North Carolina's QB Room Takes Major Hit

Logan Lazarczyk

|

May 30, 2026

May 29, 2026; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels infielder Cooper Nicholson (1) is greeted by his teammates after a homerun during game 2 of the Chapel Hill Regional at Boshamer Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-Imagn Images

UNC Starting Pitchers and Lineup for Regional Game Against East Carolina

Justin Backer

|

May 30, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels defensive lineman Melkart Abou-Jaoude (9 ) celebrates with defensive lineman Smith Vilbert (8) after making a sack in the first quarter at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Where UNC's Abou-Jaoude Ranks Amongst Top ACC Pass Rushers

Jared Feinberg

|

May 29, 2026

Sep 12, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders looks on from the sideline during the first half against the Houston Cougars at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Deion Sanders And Bill Belichick Linked By One Harsh Reality

Aiden Checketts

|

May 28, 2026

The Huskers released their schedule on Thursday for the 2026 season.

Nebraska Releases Its 2026 Volleyball Schedule

Lincoln Arneal, Lincoln Arneal

|

May 28, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Jordan Shipp (1) makes a catch in the second quarter at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Where UNC's Jordan Shipp Ranks Amongst Top ACC Wide Receivers

Jared Feinberg

|

May 28, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Jelani Thurman (15) runs past Rutgers Scarlet Knights defensive back Kaj Sanders (5) during the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Nov. 22, 2025. Ohio State won 42-9.

Why UNC's Thurman Could Become Top Tight End in Nation

Jared Feinberg

|

May 27, 2026

Oct 31, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick on the sidelines in the second quarter against the Syracuse Orange at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

3 UNC Freshmen Who Could Play Key Roles in 2026

Jared Feinberg

|

May 26, 2026

Oct 25, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels defensive back Coleman Bryson (16) and linebacker Mikai Gbayor (4) react in the fourth quarter at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

X-Factors To Watch for North Carolina Football in 2026

Jared Feinberg

|

May 25, 2026

Nov 22, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick watches play during the first half against the Duke Blue Devils at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-Imagn Images

Year 2 of Belichick Era at North Carolina Viewed as Top Storyline

Logan Lazarczyk

|

May 24, 2026

Nov 22, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Gio Lopez (7) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the first half against Duke Blue Devils at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-Imagn Images

North Carolina Won’t Take Part in Highly Anticipated Rivalry

Justin Backer

|

May 24, 2026

Nov 22, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Jordan Shipp (1) scores a touchdown during the second half at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-Imagn Images

3 Matchups That Could Ultimately Decide UNC Football Season

Jared Feinberg

|

May 24, 2026

Oct 25, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick with the team before the game at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Bill Belichick Explains North Carolina's Goals in 2026

Logan Lazarczyk

|

May 23, 2026

Sep 2, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Drake Maye (10) motions for the fans during the second half against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

The Gamecocks and Tar Heels Cancelled Their Home and Home and Nobody Should Be Shocked

Jared Feinberg

|

May 23, 2026

Jan 19, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; TV analyst Bill Belichick watches the Miami Hurricanes play the Indiana Hoosiers during the first half of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Don't Sleep on UNC as a Team to Watch in 2026

Justin Backer

|

May 22, 2026

Takedown Policy

Terms and Conditions

SI Accessibility Statement

© 2026 ABG-SI LLC - SPORTS ILLUSTRATED IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF ABG-SI LLC. - All Rights Reserved. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates, licensees and related brands. All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.