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No. 10 UNC football falls at Virginia Tech, 17-10, in season opener

By Lucas Thomae | September 4

Following an offseason filled with hype, the No. 10 North Carolina football team dropped its season opener at Virginia Tech, 17-10.

Offensive fire power lacking for UNC, scoring just ten points in loss to Virginia Tech

By Lucas Thomae | September 4

Friday night’s season opener against Virginia Tech was supposed to reveal who from North Carolina football's wide receiver and running back corps would ...

Despite season-opening upset loss, it's too early to write off No. 10 UNC football's season

By Noah Monroe | September 4

North Carolina was the No. 10 football team in the nation heading into Friday night’s game against Virginia Tech. But when the clock hit zero ...

After waiting his turn, UNC sophomore Tony Grimes grew to thrive in his starting role

By Noah Monroe | August 31

“I had to realize it’s a process and when your time comes, make the best of it,” UNC defensive back Tony Grimes said. “At first it was difficult, ...

Preview: Several UNC running backs hope to leave footprints with strong 2021 season

By Hunter Nelson | August 31

The North Carolina football team no longer has Javonte Williams and Michael Carter — two record-breaking NFL selections. However, three other backs ...

Here's how students can enter lottery for home football games

By Emily Thoreson | August 31

Student tickets for home football games are distributed via a lottery system, which can be entered by visiting goheels.com/tickets. Any student can enter ...

Analysis: UNC brings back kicking power, features new returners in special teams unit

By Joshua Dolgoff | August 31

UNC and special teams coach Jovan Dewitt return both graduate student kicker Grayson Atkins and junior punter Ben Kiernan for another season in Carolina ...

UNC football has returned, but only time will tell if the team is "back"

By Hunter Nelson | August 31

All of the hype and hoopla is in the rear-view mirror, and the North Carolina football team is "back." How back? It's up to them.

UNC football's Jeremiah Gemmel uses faith, family to fuel Tar Heels' defense

By Zachary Crain | August 31

A quick glance at North Carolina linebacker Jeremiah Gemmel doesn't give away much. But when you look within, something is clearly different about the ...

Transfer running back Ty Chandler looking to be difference-maker for UNC football

By Lucas Thomae | August 30

After the NFL departures of Javonte Williams and Michael Carter, UNC is looking for answers at the running back position. Enter: the quiet, reserved Ty ...

In a season with high expectations, meet UNC's most anticipated matchups for 2021

By Eve Maddock | August 30

North Carolina football has lofty expectations for the upcoming season. As the ACC football season gears up this week, here is a look at a few of UNC’s ...

Analysis: New group of true first-years could have big impact on Tar Heel football

By PJ Morales | August 30

Before Brown came to Chapel Hill, UNC’s last 247 Sports five-star recruit was all the way back in 2009. Now, Brown has signed three five-stars recruit ...

Preview: No. 10 UNC football must overcome hostile environment at Virginia Tech

By Ryan Heller | August 30

Despite the hype that surrounds the North Carolina football team this season, the Tar Heels will face a difficult opening test on the road at Virginia ...

A look ahead UNC football's impressive class of 2022 recruits

By Jeremiah Holloway | August 30

As the UNC football program rises in national prowess, its recruiting classes are beginning to reflect that success. Here is a brief rundown on a few ...

Analysis: Tar Heels will look to lock down the linebacking corps in 2021

By Ike Bryant | August 30

Former All-ACC First-teamer Chazz Surratt may be gone, but several UNC linebackers will look to fill his footsteps.

Former Tar Heels put skills on display in NFL preseason games

By Asheebo Rojas | August 29

In the NFL preseason, several former Tar Heels have been turning heads with an impressive slew of performances.

Analysis: UNC offensive line looking to build on historic campaign with stellar 2021

By Lindsey Ware | August 29

Following a historic 2020 season, the UNC offensive line is looking for an encore performance in 2021.

Beyond Sam Howell, a look at the depth in UNC's quarterback room

By Rithvik Chelasani | August 29

To continue their present upward trajectory though, the Tar Heels will have to continue recruiting top quarterbacking prospects and develop them well. ...

Analysis: UNC football secondary looking to carry momentum from 2020 season finish

By Cooper Metts | August 29

After making gains throughout the course of the 2020 season, the North Carolina secondary is looking to improve once again this fall.

Analysis: A look at UNC football's up-and-coming defensive line core for 2021

By Austin Bean | August 29

During Mack Brown’s first season in 2019, defensive coordinator Jay Bateman relied heavily upon veterans on the line due to a lack of depth at the position, ...