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With a chip on his shoulder, Kaimon Rucker prepares to lead UNC football's defense

By Emma Moon | August 26

Kaimon Rucker’s life changed while eating barbecue. Now, the graduate is back for his final year of college football.

'Not just doing this for me': Joshua Harris Sr. enters sixth year with a bigger purpose

By Matthew Maynard | August 26

In his final year of college football, Joshua Harris Sr. is focused on two things: family and football.

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All-American running back Omarion Hampton aims for new heights in 2024 season

By Caroline Wills | August 26

After recording 253 carries for 1,504 yards, ranking fifth in the nation and leading the ACC, in 2023, junior running back Omarion Hampton returned to ...

Analysis: UNC football prepares for first game against Minnesota

By Anna Page Lancaster | August 26

Here are three themes to watch out for during North Carolina's opening game.

Column: What to expect from this year’s football preview

By Caroline Wills | August 18

"I’m a little new to this."

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'I'm my own guy': Criswell looks to rewrite story after returning to UNC football

By Emma Moon | July 16

According to Jacolby Criswell, he wouldn't be back at North Carolina if that wasn't his dream. With his dreams in mind, the player isn't holding anything ...

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A guide to UNC football gamedays

By Kendall Allen | June 23

Win or lose, these rules and cheers are what students need to know to join in on UNC's infectious sports culture.

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Looking ahead at UNC's fall sports in 2024

By Matthew Maynard | May 21

It’s no secret that athletics are an integral part of the North Carolina experience, and the fall season provides the perfect opportunity for first-years ...

Tar Heels in the Pros: A look at the UNC players selected in the 2024 NFL Draft

By Cade Shoemaker | April 30

Here's a look at how Drake Maye, Cedric Gray and Tez Walker will fit into their respective NFL teams.

Criswell is back: former UNC quarterback returns to Chapel Hill via transfer portal

By Shelby Swanson | April 30

The Tar Heels now have a 3-way quarterback competition heading into summer practice between veteran 5th-year transfer Max Johnson, sophomore Conner Harrell ...

Tez Walker selected by Baltimore Ravens in fourth round of 2024 NFL Draft

By Daniel Wei | April 27

Appearing in just eight games for UNC after winning his eligibility from the NCAA, wide receiver Tez Walker caught 41 passes for 699 yards and seven touchdowns ...

Cedric Gray selected by Titans in fourth round of 2024 NFL Draft

By Daniel Wei | April 27

Cedric Gray was a first-team All-ACC pick and a semifinalist for the Butkus Award, given to the nation’s top linebacker, after leading UNC and finishing ...

Drake Maye selected by New England Patriots with No. 3 overall pick in 2024 NFL Draft

By Daniel Wei | April 25

Former UNC quarterback Drake Maye will pursue his professional career with the New England Patriots.

'We are fired up:' Notes from UNC football's 2024 Spring Game

By Cade Shoemaker and Emma Moon | April 22

UNC football's Spring Game on Saturday highlighted the battle for QB1, the talent of young pass-catchers and the defense's newfound energy.

Quarterback battle and transfer portal moves loom over UNC football ahead of 2024 Spring Game

By Shelby Swanson | April 19

"There’s a lot of excitement for Saturday but there’s a tremendous amount of pressure on the guys because this is important to them," UNC head football ...

How UNC football nutrition director helps keep the Tar Heels healthy

By Anna Page Lancaster | April 16

To Amber Rinestine, North Carolina athletics is a utopia — a place to see athletes evolve, find their potential and form relationships that last well ...

Three takeaways from UNC football Pro Day

By Cade Shoemaker | April 2

Here are a few notes and observations surrounding UNC’s three most prominent prospects: Drake Maye, Tez Walker and Cedric Gray.

Football Notebook: Takeaways from UNC's first spring practice of 2024

By Cade Shoemaker | March 22

With the departure of Drake Maye for the NFL draft, the UNC quarterback room has created a two-man race for the starting job between sophomore Conner ...