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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.

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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 / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 13

Three Things We Need to See from Carolina this Saturday

The Tar Heels ride into week 3 with a victory under their belt- but will their play-calling prove too predictable for Richmond to counter, or will they find the sweet spot to throw the Spiders off balance?

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

Tar Heels Find Their Defensive Core in Trio

Through the first two weeks of the season, this Tar Heel team has shown only brief improvement, but in order to position themselves as a key conference performer require consistency, and that is only a work in progress.

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

Top 3 Quotes from Bill Belichick's WRs Coach Garrick McGee

The North Carolina Tar Heels football team features wide receivers Chris Culliver, Jordan Shipp, Kobe Paysour, and others. But the entire room is led by coach Garrick McGee.

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

Tar Heels LB Coach Get Real on Coaching with Belichick

North Carolina linebackers coach Jamie Collins met with reporters Thursday at the Kenan Football Center to discuss the progress of the linebacker group and to provide insight on playing for and now coaching with Bill Belichick.

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

Know Your Foe: Tar Heels Ready to Take on Richmond

Well, this week should be a total breeze for North Carolina — just an FCS opponent on the schedule, so they’ll stroll in, toss a few touchdowns around, build a cushy lead and then let the backups take over.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / September 12

Watch: Tar Heels deliver the game-winner in the final minutes! ⚽️#GoHeels #NCAASoccer #collegesoccer

Watch: North Carolina vs. Virginia Tech Match Highlights | 2025 ACC Women's Soccer

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / September 11

Watch: NC State vs. North Carolina - Game Highlights

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / September 11

New book reveals how Bill Belichick felt about Tom Brady leaving Patriots

An excerpt from the new book, "Brady vs. Belichick: The Dynasty Debate," reveals what Bill Belichick thought about Tom Brady leaving New England.

North Carolina looks to locate ground game vs. Richmond

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / Larry Brown Sports / September 9

Bill Belichick, Jordon Hudson have new reason to be upset with Patriots

Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson have been given another reason to be annoyed with the New England Patriots.

Mike Vrabel weighs in on Bill Belichick's Patriots facility ban

Patriots reportedly had petty retaliation for Bill Belichick, UNC scout ban

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The '2008 NFL playoff coaches and QBs' quiz

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / September 8

Mike Vrabel weighs in on Bill Belichick's Patriots facility ban

The New England Patriots' feud with Bill Belichick might be a little more one-sided than he led people to believe.

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The '2008 NFL playoff coaches and QBs' quiz

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / September 5

Bill Belichick's pettiness results in another PR blunder

Bill Belichick's pettiness results in yet another PR blunder in UNC tenure

This is purely about Belichick's ego.

Urban Meyer offers passionate defense of Arch Manning after poor game

Former Super Bowl MVP accuses media of being soft on Manning

Historic viewership will be horrid news for Ohio State's prime-time dreams

Deion Sanders reacts as son Shilo sends strong message to Buccaneers

Where these CFB teams must improve the most to win in Week 2

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Last Word On Sports / September 4

North Carolina’s Top 5 Wins of the 21st Century

North Carolina has won six national championships. A program that values success at the highest level, the Tar Heels have brought in some of the best players in the world, including Michael Jordan.