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MJ Stewart everywhere for UNC football

By Carlos Collazo | September 30

The only time sophomore cornerback M.J. Stewart has felt uncomfortable on the field with the North Carolina football team was during his first game last ...

UNC football game v. Delaware: Quarterback Marquise Williams (12) embraces his Canter Lucas Crowley (68) after Williams's touchdown run

Rainy day blows over for UNC football quarterback Marquise Williams

By Logan Ulrich | September 30

Everyone has rainy days. Marquise Williams is no different.

UNC football game v. Delaware: Quarterback Mitch Trubinsky (10) turns up field on a scramble play

UNC football coach Fedora stands by quarterback Marquise Williams

By Jeremy Vernon | September 28

Just when it seemed settled, controversy once again reared its ugly head.

UNC football won against Delaware with a score of 41 to 14 on Saturday afternoon in Kenan Stadium.

UNC quarterback Mitch Trubisky answers the call

By Mohammed Hedadji | September 27

Mitch Trubisky waited patiently. After being thrown into a trying quarterback battle as a redshirt first-year in 2014, Trubisky showed flashes of ...

UNC football records third win behind strong second half against Delaware

By Danielle Herman | September 26

Off to a sluggish start, the North Carolina football team’s coaching staff decided to make a change on Saturday — playing backup quarterback Mitch ...

Elijah Hood scores a touchdown on a 28 yard run on Saturday Sept. 19

Tar Heels look to establish ground game against Blue Hens

By Danielle Herman | September 25

In its past three games, the North Carolina football team (2-1) has rushed for more than 200 yards per game — much more than its average of 161.3 yards ...

UNC football's first-year linebacker Andre Smith ‘a special talent’

By Pat James | September 25

North Carolina first-year linebacker Andre Smith doesn’t change gears. When it comes to his approach on the football field, there’s only one speed ...

UNC football player Hughes uses speed to learn new trade

By C Jackson Cowart | September 24

Mike Hughes might be a novice, but he doesn’t get beat.

Bug Howard ticked off by UNC football attendance

By Mohammed Hedadji | September 23

Bug Howard was at the North Carolina football game on Saturday – were you?

Column: UNC has three teams ranked in the top 3 playing this weekend

By Pat James | September 22

The University of National Champions — it’s a moniker tossed around loosely when one starts talking about North Carolina athletics.

TJ Logan awaits his big game

By Danielle Herman | September 22

T.J. Logan came to North Carolina with a lot of hype. But then came the nagging injuries. And a first-year season that wasn’t everything the junior ...

UNC football prepares for Delaware with Georgia Tech looming

By Logan Ulrich | September 22

One game at a time. It’s one of the oldest sports mantras. Look beyond a weaker opponent, and they just might make you pay.

Record-setting performances by Quinshad Davis, Ryan Switzer carry UNC to victory

By Ben Coley | September 20

As a receiver duo, North Carolina senior Quinshad Davis and junior Ryan Switzer have developed a close, mentor-mentee relationship. They’re best friends ...

Early defensive stand sparks UNC's 48-14 victory over Illinois

By Mohammed Hedadji | September 19

The North Carolina defense bent but did not break. After UNC allowed Illinois to march easily into the red zone on the opening drive of Saturday’s game, ...

UNC football searches for consistency against Illinois

By Ben Coley | September 18

In the 2015 season, the North Carolina football team has scored eight touchdowns. That’s eight more than what the Illinois defense has allowed this ...

Brian Walker (5), M.J. Stewart (6), and Donnie Miles (15) walk onto the field to play South Carolina Sept. 3. North Carolina lost the game 17-13.

Donnie Miles setting the tone in UNC football's secondary

By Jeremy Vernon | September 17

For North Carolina redshirt sophomore safety Donnie Miles, it's the mental part of his game that has set him apart in 2015.

Naziar Jones (90) tells the crowd to get exited during the Virginia Tech game.

UNC football's defensive line looks to execute in backfield

By Mohammed Hedadji | September 17

The North Carolina defensive line has struggled to finish.

UNC football's tight end Brandon Fritts seizes his opportunity

By Ben Coley | September 16

Entering the 2015 season, North Carolina tight end Brandon Fritts had a New Year’s resolution — to make a name for himself in college.

Ty'Son Williams cracks UNC football running back rotation

By Logan Ulrich | September 15

Before the season began, most expected running backs Elijah Hood and T.J. Logan to carry the North Carolina rushing attack, with perhaps some Romar Morris ...

UNC and NC A&T marching bands team up for Katy Perry

By Maria Prokopowicz | September 15

The Marching Tar Heels welcomed the N.C. Agricultural and Technical State University marching band for a Katy Perry-themed half-time show collaboration ...