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UNC football bests Charlotte, 38-20, in home opener

By Emma Moon | September 7

The UNC football team (2-0) defeated the Charlotte 49ers (0-2), 38-20, during the Tar Heels’ home opener at Kenan Stadium on Saturday afternoon. ...

Preview: Quarterback Conner Harrell prepares to start against Charlotte

By Emma Moon | September 5

Here are three keys for North Carolina heading into the first-ever match-up with Charlotte.

UNC quarterback Max Johnson to miss remainder of season with broken leg

By Matthew Maynard | August 30

The transfer quarterback suffered a broken leg in Thursday's win over Minnesota.

'We're good, coach': Conner Harrell replaces injured Max Johnson in win at Minnesota

By Caroline Wills | August 30

Sophomore quarterback Conner Harrell entered the game in the third quarter and helped guide North Carolina to a win in its season opener.

Kicker Noah Burnette leads UNC football to season-opening win over Minnesota

By Shelby Swanson | August 30

The graduate kicker drilled four second half field goals in UNC's 19-17 victory over Minnesota on Thursday night.

UNC prevails against Minnesota, 19-17, despite losing quarterback Max Johnson

By Shelby Swanson | August 30

Thanks to Noah Burnette’s four second-half field goals, North Carolina (1-0) defeated Minnesota (0-1), 19-17, its season opener on Thursday night at ...

Analysis: UNC football bolsters roster with strong transfer portal class

By Abby Ludwig | August 28

The North Carolina Tar Heels added ten transfers to its football roster, ranking 59th in the nation. Heading into the season, here are key names to look ...

Analysis: Standout veterans compose defensive line, linebackers ahead of 2024 season

By Megan Smith | August 27

Ahead of the UNC's 2024 football season, here is a breakdown of who to look out for on the defensive line and at linebacker.

UNC senior tight end Bryson Nesbit (18) and UNC junior wide receiver Kobe Paysour (8) celebrate after a touchdown during the football game against Syracuse on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023 in Kenan Stadium. UNC won 40-7.

From fishing to the football field, tight end Bryson Nesbit brings consistency to UNC

By Anna Laible | August 27

Senior tight end Bryson Nesbit is looking to build on his success from previous years and take on a role as a leader for UNC football.

New coordinator Geoff Collins challenges defense to be more aggressive in 2024

By Twumasi Duah-Mensah | August 27

Geoff "Minister of Mayhem" Collins is working to make UNC's defense as lethal as possible, specifically focusing on forcing turnovers.

Analysis: North Carolina's top-30 recruiting class offers depth to 2024 roster

By Cade Shoemaker | August 27

Made up of predominately NC natives, the class of 2024 bolstered UNC's defensive and offensive units.

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Analysis: Experienced wide receivers and tight ends headline UNC offense

By Dylan Stalter | August 27

The UNC football team looks to talent and experience from both returning and new wide receivers and tight ends amidst uncertainty around the quarterback ...

Who will be UNC's starting signal caller?

By Harry Crowther | August 27

With Drake Maye gone, head coach Mack Brown has not yet revealed who will start at quarterback on Thursday night against Minnesota. Max Johnson and Conner ...

Analysis: Assessing the UNC players in the NFL

By Shannen Horan | August 27

Here's a look at the former North Carolina players currently playing in the NFL.

Analysis: A look ahead at UNC football's 2024 schedule

By Jarrett Kidd | August 27

A preview of the road that lies ahead of the Tar Heels this football season.

Linebacker Power Echols steps in to lead the defense in the 2024 season

By Twumasi Duah-Mensah | August 27

In Cedric Gray's absence, senior linebacker Power Echols is moving into a leadership role on the defensive team, but former and current teammates and ...

'I feel like it’s really his year': J.J. Jones emerges as leader on UNC's offense

By Cade Shoemaker | August 27

J.J. Jones is putting in work both on the field as a veteran wide receiver and off the field as an aspiring sports journalist. Wide receivers coach Lonnie ...

Analysis: A healthy secondary builds defensive confidence under new coach

By Connor Gould | August 27

After injuries plagued the 2023 UNC football secondary, a rejuvenated and healthy roster looks to implement defensive coordinator Geoff Collins' scheme ...

Analysis: New faces on offensive line may have significant impact for UNC football

By Molly Louison | August 27

The new look North Carolina offensive line will be a crucial factor in Chip Lindsey's offense that emphasizes running the football.

Analysis: UNC special teams look to improve efficiency for 2024 season

By Allison Meehan | August 27

North Carolina will turn to a familiar core to lead the special teams, but the Tar Heels will have work to do to improve their effectiveness on kickoffs, ...