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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

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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

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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

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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

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May 23, 2026

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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

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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

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May 22, 2026

Sep 1, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick on the field before the game at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Bill Belichick Reveals Why He Chose UNC

Logan Lazarczyk

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May 22, 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

Belichick Opens Up on UNC's Recruiting Process

Logan Lazarczyk

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May 22, 2026

Bobby Petrino, center, is in his first season as the offensive coordinator for UNC football, entering the Tar Heels' second year under head coach Bill Belichick.

A QB Carousel Could Derail UNC Football in 2026 and the Warning Signs Are There

Jared Feinberg

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May 22, 2026

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

Why Belichick, North Carolina Football May Ultimately Fail

Jared Feinberg

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May 21, 2026

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

Bill Belichick Reveals Insight Into North Carolina's 2025 Struggles

Logan Lazarczyk

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May 21, 2026

Nov 29, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Jordan Shipp (1) celebrates a touchdown during the first half of the game against NC State Wolfpack at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

North Carolina Closer to ACC Title Contention Than Some Realize

Jared Feinberg

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May 20, 2026

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

UNC Offseason Move Deemed Not Enough To Save Belichick

Logan Lazarczyk

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May 19, 2026

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

Evaluating North Carolina's Starting Quarterback Situation

Logan Lazarczyk

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May 18, 2026

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

Newmark Believes UNC Football Moving in Right Direction

Logan Lazarczyk

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May 18, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Richmond Spiders head coach Russ Huesman talks to North Carolina Tar Heels general manager Michael Lombardi and head coach Bill Belichick before the game at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Transfer Portal Helps Strengthen UNC at Two Key Positions

Jared Feinberg

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May 18, 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

UNC Adds Dynamic Defensive Back For 2027 Class

Justin Backer

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May 17, 2026

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

3 UNC Players and Coaches Who Cannot Afford a Slow Start

Logan Lazarczyk

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May 17, 2026

Penn State Nittany Lions defensive end Jaylen Harvey (44) tackles Purdue Boilermakers running back Devin Mockobee (45) Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, during the NCAA football game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. Penn State Nittany Lions won 49-10.

Analyzing Who UNC's No. 2 Pass Rusher Will Be in 2026

Jared Feinberg

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May 16, 2026

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