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Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; North Carolina defensive back Thaddeus Dixon (DB08) speaks to members of the media during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Musselman-Imagn Images

UNC Defensive Back Thaddeus Dixon Signs With Giants

Logan Lazarczyk

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Apr 27, 2026

Nov 16, 2024; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels defensive back Marcus Allen (29) reacts with defensive back Antavious Lane (1) after intercepting the ball in the third quarter at Kenan Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

UNC Defensive Back Marcus Allen Signs With Vikings

Logan Lazarczyk

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Apr 27, 2026

While the Big Ten dominated the top of the 2026 NFL draft, the full seven-round results show the SEC is still dominant when it comes to producing pros.

The Draft Proves It: The SEC Still Reigns Supreme Over Big Ten in NFL’s Eyes

Bryan Fischer

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Apr 26, 2026

Kenny Dillingham turned Arizona State into a contender in 2024, and the results are still showing two years later.

Biggest Winners, Losers Among College Football Coaches From 2026 NFL Draft

Patrick Andres

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Apr 26, 2026

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New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick on the sidelines in 2023.

With No Draft Pick, Belichick's Tar Heels Are in an Embarrassing Spot

Jared Feinberg

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Apr 26, 2026

Sep 20, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights running back Myles Montgomery (22) is tackled by North Carolina Tar Heels defensive lineman Leroy Jackson (91) during the first quarter at the Bounce House Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Leroy Jackson Striving For Breakout Season at UNC

Logan Lazarczyk

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Apr 26, 2026

Nov 29, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks interim head coach Bobby Petrino prior to a game against the Missouri Tigers at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Bobby Petrino Provides Different Perspective for UNC's Offense

Logan Lazarczyk

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Apr 25, 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 Football at Low Point As Basketball Shines Again

Jared Feinberg

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Apr 25, 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

Star UNC Pass-Catcher Could Be First-Rounder in 2027

Jared Feinberg

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Apr 24, 2026

Sep 20, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. (9) looks to the sidelines between plays during the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Belichick’s Transfer Portal Additions Could Lead UNC to Success

Jared Feinberg

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Apr 23, 2026

Mar 8, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Former North Carolina Tar Heels football greats Lawrence Taylor and Julius Pepers are introduced in the first half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Every North Carolina First-Round Pick in NFL Draft History

Logan Lazarczyk

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Apr 22, 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

Best North Carolina Players in NFL History

Logan Lazarczyk

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Apr 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

One UNC Transfer Portal Addition Who Could Become Star

Jared Feinberg

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Apr 22, 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

UNC Football Will Be Mixture of Veterans and Youth

Logan Lazarczyk

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Apr 21, 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

3 Underrated Transfer Portal Additions for UNC

Jared Feinberg

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Apr 21, 2026

Jan 9, 2026; Atlanta, GA, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning reacts during the first half of the 2025 Peach Bowl and semifinal game of the College Football Playoff against the Indiana Hoosiers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

D'Antre Robinson Explains Why He Chose Oregon in the Transfer Portal

Caden Handwork

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Apr 20, 2026

Jan 29, 2026; Mobile, AL, USA; National defensive back Thaddeus Dixon (1) of North Carolina practices during National Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

Three Best NFL Landing Spots For UNC's Thaddeus Dixon

Jared Feinberg

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Apr 20, 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

Looking Ahead at UNC's Top Prospect in 2027 NFL Draft

Logan Lazarczyk

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Apr 20, 2026

UNC football coach Bill Belichick during a postgame press conference on Nov. 8, 2025, after the Tar Heels' win vs. Stanford.

Three Underrated UNC Football Seniors To Watch in 2026

Jared Feinberg

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Apr 19, 2026

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