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ACC Awards UNC Linebacker with Player of the Week Honors

North Carolina’s Mikai Gbayor was named the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Linebacker of the Week after helping the Tar Heel defense keep Richmond out of the endzone in its 41-6 victory over the Spiders at Kenan Stadium on Sept.

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Extra Seasoning: Tar Heels’ Defense May Have Found Its Flavor

One of the biggest storylines as we enter Week 4 of the college football season has been the ongoing improvement of North Carolina's defense. Yes, you read that right — the Tar Heels have played sound defense the last two weeks.

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

The True Reason Why the Tar Heels Played Richmond

In a season packed with star-studded college program matchups against Clemson and NC State, why did UNC drop Richmond into the schedule? The answer lies in what’s known as a “buy game.” Larger programs often schedule smaller ones, either as a one-off or home-and-home deal, where the big school agrees to pay the smaller school a fee.

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

Why UNC Fans Should Have Hope Rather Than Despair

On this episode of the Tar Heels Insider Podcast, beat writer Grant Chachere explains that UNC fans should stop sulking because other teams in the ACC are struggling that have it worse than the Tar Heels.

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

Good JuJu Emerges: Breakout Performance by Freshman RB Powers UNC

Freshman Demon "Juju" June gave North Carolina fans more than just highlight plays Saturday — he offered a glimpse of what he could mean to the team in the Tar Heels’ 41-6 win over Richmond.

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

North Carolina Target Kaden McCarty Provides Recruiting Updates

The North Carolina Tar Heels have been doing a good job in the 2027 recruiting class, as they have been searching across the nation for many different prospects.

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

Grading UNC's Performance Against Richmond

North Carolina had its most complete game of the season in its 41-6 demolition of Richmond on Saturday. Although the Spiders are an FCS opponent, the result was a promising step for the Tar Heels as they continue to build cohesion and work through their weaknesses.

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

Recapping UNC's Win Over Richmond

On this episode of the Tar Heels Insider Podcast, beat writers Grant Chachere and Jeremiah Artacho recap everything that happened in North Carolina's 41-6 victory over Richmond.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / September 14

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

UNC LB Mikai Gbayor Breaks Down Performance in Week 3

North Carolina linebacker Mikai Gbayor met with the media at the Kenan Football Center after the Tar Heels defeated Richmond 41-6 on Saturday.. Carolina

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

UNC WR Jordan Shipp Drops Initial Thoughts Following Week 3

North Carolina wide receiver Jordan Shipp met with the media at the Kenan Football Center after the Tar Heels defeated Richmond 41-6. on Saturday. Carolina

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

3 Observations From UNC's Dominating Win Over Richmond

North Carolina had its most complete game of the season as it defeated Richmond 41-6. For the first time this season, North Carolina (2-1) scored more than two touchdowns and both sides of the ball contributed to its success as the defense scored on a 62-yard scoop-and-score by linebacker Mikai Gbayor.

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

UNC's Gio Lopez Drops Initial Thoughts After Win Over Richmond

North Carolina quarterback Bill Belichick speaks with the media at the Kenan Football Center after the Tar Heels’ 41-6 win over Richmond on Saturday evening.

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

Bill Belichick Breaks Down Thoughts After Win Over Richmond

North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick speaks with the media at the Kenan Football Center after the Tar Heels’ 41-6 win over Richmond on Saturday evening.

Gio Lopez News / ACC Digital Network / September 13

Watch: UNC QB Gio Lopez Highlights vs. Richmond

Jordan Shipp News / ACC Digital Network / September 13

Watch: UNC Wide Receiver Jordan Shipp Rises, Then Stiff Arms For TD

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

Social Media Erupts Over Freshman's Performance in Tar Heels Win

Freshman Demon June wasted no time making his mark on the field for week 3's matchup against Richmond. He came out hot as an offensive weapon, bursting with speed and gaining 50 yards for the Tar Heels in the first quarter.

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

UNC Commit Jayden Griffin-Haynes Provides Commitment Updates

There are multiple different commits in the 2026 recruiting class, and many of the commitments are from inside the state of North Carolina, but they have landed players from all over, with one of the players that they have landed being one of the brother commits in the 2026 class, which makes him even more intriguing as a prospect.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / September 11