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Preview: UNC's Primetime Matchup vs. Kansas

Preview: UNC's Primetime Matchup vs. Kansas

No. 25 North Carolina (1-0) will take on No. 19 Kansas in a primetime matchup at the Dean Smith Center on Friday night at 7 p.m. The Tar Heels are coming off a dominant 94-54 win over Central Arkansas, while the Jayhawks opened their season with a 94-51 victory against Green Bay.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / November 6
North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / November 6
North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 6
UNC Women’s Basketball Starts Season 2‑0 with Elon Win

UNC Women’s Basketball Starts Season 2‑0 with Elon Win

CHAPEL HILL, N.C — North Carolina returned to Carmichael Arena for its first night game of the season, as this contest was filled with college students, unlike the Field Trip Day with elementary schoolers, which created a loud and electric environment.

Hubert Davis News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 6

UNC Coach Hubert Davis Previews Primetime Matchup with Kansas

North Carolina head coach Hubert Davis spoke to the media before their primetime matchup against Kansas on Friday night. The Tar Heels are coming off a dominant 94-54 win over Central Arkansas, while the Jayhawks opened their season with a 94-51 victory against Green Bay.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 6

UNC DC Steve Belichick Deserves His Flowers

On this episode of the Tar Heels Insider Podcast, beat writer Grant Chachere discusses the team's defensive improvements and explains why defensive coordinator Steve Belichick deserves more recognition for making the Tar Heels a formidable force on defense.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 6
UNC Adds Five-Star PG Visit to Recruiting Calendar

UNC Adds Five-Star PG Visit to Recruiting Calendar

Coming off a visit at the start of the month, Dylan Mingo is staying busy. He'll have back-to-back weekends in November as he heads to North Carolina on the 7th.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / November 6
North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / November 6
College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 6

UNC Seeks Statement Win as Kansas Makes Chapel Hill Visit

No. 25 North Carolina (1-0) will take on No. 19 Kansas in a primetime matchup at the Dean Smith Center on Friday at 7 p.m. The Tar Heels are coming off a dominant 94-54 win over Central Arkansas, while the Jayhawks opened their season with a 94-51 victory against Green Bay.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 6

Tar Heels Still Not Getting Respect Despite Improved Roster

After a disappointing 2024-25 campaign, North Carolina is determined not to let that happen again. The Tar Heels recruited some standout basketball players, including Henri Veesaar, Kyan Evans, Luka Bogavac and, of course, Caleb Wilson.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 6

Melkart Abou-Jaoude’s Steady Rise Reflects UNC’s Culture of Consistency

In a season full of shifts and adjustments across the Tar Heels’ defense, one constant has been the steady improvement of Melkart Abou-Jaoude. The defensive lineman has quietly emerged as one of North Carolina’s most reliable performers, earning praise from both coaches and teammates for his discipline and determination.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 5
UNC’s Offensive Grades Revealed After Win Over Syracuse

UNC’s Offensive Grades Revealed After Win Over Syracuse

After a busy stretch covering basketball—including North Carolina's 94-54 win over Central Arkansas and the resolution of the Luka Bogavac eligibility situation—I was finally able to review the Pro Football Focus grades from last week's game against Syracuse.

Austin Blaske News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 5
UNC OL Austin Blaske Reflects on Syracuse Win, Keeping Intensity

UNC OL Austin Blaske Reflects on Syracuse Win, Keeping Intensity

North Carolina offensive lineman Austin Blaske spoke to the media ahead of Saturday's game against Stanford on Homecoming Weekend. Yeah, I would say just keep the main thing, the main thing, lean into the process.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 5
Khmori House Shares Thoughts on UNC Defense Before Stanford

Khmori House Shares Thoughts on UNC Defense Before Stanford

North Carolina linebacker Khmori House talked to the media on Tuesday to discuss the defense's improvements ahead of the Tar Heels' matchup with Stanford this Saturday on Homecoming weekend.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 5
How UNC Fits Into a Potential Triangle Basketball Golden Era

How UNC Fits Into a Potential Triangle Basketball Golden Era

In this episode of the Tar Heels Insider Podcast, beat writer Grant Chachere discusses why the Triangle may be entering another Golden Age of basketball—and what that means for North Carolina.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 1
Bill Belichick feels 'great' after getting ACC monkey off his back

Bill Belichick feels 'great' after getting ACC monkey off his back

In a much-needed comeback victory, North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick notched his first ACC win.

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / October 27
North Carolina is set to make decision on potentially firing Bill Belichick

North Carolina is set to make decision on potentially firing Bill Belichick

On Saturday, North Carolina lost its fourth game in a row in a 17-16 nailbiter to No. 16 Virginia.

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College Football News / Field Level Media / October 25
Bill Belichick, UNC almost upset No. 16 Virginia in OT

Bill Belichick, North Carolina come painfully close to upsetting No. 16 Virginia in OT

The Tar Heels were denied in coach Bill Belichick's first game against a ranked opponent, and they fell to 0-5 against power-conference opponents.

The 25 greatest players in ACC football history
North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / October 23
Highest-paid GM toils under Bill Belichick for 2-4 North Carolina

Highest-paid GM toils under Bill Belichick for 2-4 North Carolina

Michael Lombardi of North Carolina is the highest-paid general manager in college football this season, according to data released by USA Today on Thursday.

Former Florida State, Texas A&M HC may be considering a comeback to college football
2025 could bring historic buyout total for fired college football coaches
Florida ranked as top head-coaching vacancy in college football
The 20 most memorable college football scandals
The 'College Football Playoff teams' quiz

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