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Two games are a small sample size, but we have learned a lot about the North Carolina Tar Heels football program during that span. Some of it has been good; some of it has been not so good .

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 15

UNC Football Win Offered Key Breakout Performance

A strength of the North Carolina Tar Heels last fall was their defense. The bend-don’t-break approach kept them in some games, but offensive failures left no margin for error on the other side, as head coach Bill Belichick did his best to contain the damage.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 14

What Beckham Black Official Visit Means for UNC's Future

It was a busy weekend for the North Carolina Tar Heels basketball program, as it hosted 5-star recruits, Jordan Page and CJ Rosser. North Carolina's coaching staff is continuing its efforts in next year’s recruiting class, as 5-star guard Beckham Black is scheduled to visit Chapel Hill this weekend.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 14

UNC Snap Count Analysis: Biggest Winners, Losers, Role Changes

Through two weeks of the season, we have gained some intel on the North Carolina Tar Heels’ potential ceiling and floor in 2026. North Carolina is entering conference play with a 2-0 record after defeating East Tennessee State 35-3 in the home opener.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 14

Biggest Decisions UNC's Bill Belichick Got Right Against ETSU

The North Carolina Tar Heels defeated East Tennessee State 35-3 on Saturday, improving their record to 2-0 heading into conference play. The Tar Heels were expected to win, as the Buccaneers are an inferior opponent.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 13

Grading Every UNC Position Group After Week 2 vs. ETSU

Entering conference play undefeated was what the North Carolina Tar Heels needed to do, and that was official after defeating East Tennessee State 35-3 on Saturday.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 13

The Good, Not So Good From UNC’s Win Over ETSU

It's been a strong start to the season for the North Carolina Tar Heels, who enter conference play with a 2-0 record after defeating East Tennessee State 35-3 on Saturday.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 13

UNC Stock Report: 3 Players Rising, Falling After Week 2

The North Carolina Tar Heels cruised past East Tennessee State 35-3 in their home opener on Saturday. With two weeks in the books and the Tar Heels heading into conference play, let's take a look at where players’ stocks sit.

College Football News / EasySportz / September 12

North Carolina Dominates ETSU to Start 2-0 In Year 2 Under Bill Belichick

The North Carolina Tar Heels are off to a perfect start. After opening the season with a statement victory over TCU in Dublin, North Carolina returned home Saturday and handled business against East Tennessee State, cruising to a 35-3 victory at Kenan Stadium.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 12

Tar Heel Nation Having Fun After Dominant UNC Win

The North Carolina Tar Heels returned to action on Saturday after being off last week, with a matchup against East Tennessee State. Here is how social media reacted to the Tar Heels' performance in their second game of the 2026-27 college football season.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 12

Winners & Losers From UNC's Dominant Win Over ETSU

The North Carolina Tar Heels will head into conference play undefeated after coasting past East Tennessee State 35-3 on Saturday. That being said, from North Carolina's perspective , here are the biggest winners and losers from the team's win on Saturday.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 12

UNC Confidence Meter Heading Into Week 2 Contest

The North Carolina Tar Heels have had a full week off to prepare for their second game of the season, which will be at home against East Tennessee State.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 12

3 UNC Players To Watch Against East Tennessee State

The North Carolina Tar Heels return to the field on Saturday, as they host East Tennessee State at Kenan Stadium at 12 pm ET. It's been two weeks since the Tar Heels last played, as they defeated the TCU Horned Frogs 15-10 in Dublin, Ireland.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 12

3 Storylines I’m Watching Most in UNC’s Week 2 Matchup

The North Carolina Tar Heels football program has been a major topic of discussion throughout Bill Belichick's tenure, mostly for the wrong reasons. For the first time under this regime , the Tar Heels are above .500 and have a chance to improve their record to 2-0 on Saturday in a favorable matchup against East Tennessee State.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 11

What CJ Rosser Visit Could Mean for UNC's Frontcourt Future

It's been a productive offseason for the North Carolina Tar Heels, who transformed the roster overnight, despite Michael Malone arriving in Chapel Hill after the transfer portal window had already been opened.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 11

Two Units UNC's Belichick Looking To Keep Building Upon

Heading into the North Carolina Tar Heels' season opener a couple of weeks ago, the operation was a blank canvas, as we had no idea what this team would look like.

Mike Malone News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 11

5-Star Adan Diggs Cuts List: What UNC's Appearance Means

Michael Malone has done a fantastic job this offseason on the recruiting trail. With help from assistant head coach Chuck Martin, Malone has made the transition from the NBA to college ball seem easy.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 11

Why 2026-27 Season Is Crucial for UNC Basketball

The North Carolina Tar Heels are entering a crucial 2026-27 college basketball season, with plenty on the line in Michael Malone's inaugural year as the head coach.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 11

Why UNC’s Freshmen Could Make Impact Earlier Than Expected

It's only been one week, but it feels like an eternity since we saw the North Carolina Tar Heels on a football field. After defeating TCU in Dublin, Ireland, on Aug.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / September 9

Bill Belichick era getting more tumultuous for UNC

UNC dealing with recruiting violation as Bill Belichick era gets more tumultuous

Given the turmoil, there could be some fire behind the smoke that Belichick has zero institutional control at North Carolina.

Controversy swirls as North Carolina prepares for East Tennessee State

Ohio State showdown could be crucial to perception of Arch Manning

Paul Finebaum has warning for Manning ahead of Ohio State clash

Ryan Day, Ohio State will take the good and the bad with Legend Bey

College football rankings: AP Top 25 Poll after Week 1 officially released

Power Echols News / Viral Sports News / September 7

Former North Carolina Tar Heels Star Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former North Carolina Tar Heels linebacker Power Echols is a free agent again after the Seattle Seahawks waived him with an injury settlement, per Spotrac.com’s NFL transaction log.

Bill Belichick News / Yardbarker / September 6

Pat McAfee shares wild Bill Belichick, UNC prediction

In the latest edition of ESPN's "College GameDay," the punter turned show host, anchor, analyst, country music "singer" and what have you, predicted that Belichick's Tar Heels would win the ACC.

North Carolina football rumors: Michael Lombardi investigation now includes Steve Belichick drug use, more

Hall of Fame reveals massive changes after Bill Belichick controversy

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / September 4

Hall of Fame reveals massive changes after Bill Belichick controversy

Ahead of the Labor Day holiday weekend, the Hall of Fame confirmed that its selection process won't be the same moving forward.

The '2008 NFL playoff coaches and QBs' quiz

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / September 3

North Carolina faces major questions after Michael Lombardi resignation

Less than a week into the 2026 college football season, North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick has fresh questions about the future of the program.

Lombardi resigns as UNC football GM

What the win over TCU really means for North Carolina

The shift from a 34-point loss to a five-point win over the same team while relying more on situational discipline than an explosive offense is the kind of foundation the Tar Heels didn't have at any point last season.

Bill Belichick, North Carolina put rocky offseason behind them with win over TCU

North Carolina slides past TCU in low-scoring affair in Ireland

The 'College football color teams' quiz