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Bill Belichick replaces son with another familiar face at UNC after scandal resignation

The Tar Heels hired Belichick in an attempt to finally turn things around for a program better known for basketball than for its success on the gridiron. To say that things haven't worked out that way would be a huge understatement.

North Carolina football player arrested, another charged in traffic stop

DC Steve Belichick resigns as North Carolina closes investigation into Michael Lombardi, other allegations

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How Sadler, Chapman Situation Impacts UNC Wide Receiver Room

The North Carolina Tar Heels football program can't catch a break, and every week there's another off-field incident detracting from the on-field product.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / September 17

North Carolina DC Steve Belichick resigns

DC Steve Belichick resigns as North Carolina closes investigation into Michael Lombardi, other allegations

North Carolina Tar Heels defensive coordinator Steve Belichick won't return to the sidelines.

North Carolina football player arrested, another charged in traffic stop

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 17

How UNC Can Gain National Prowess in 2026-27 Season

We are still a couple of months away from the start of the 2026-27 college basketball season, with the North Carolina Tar Heels entering a pivotal campaign.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / September 16

North Carolina football player arrested, another charged in traffic stop

The North Carolina Tar Heels and head coach Bill Belichick are 2-0 heading into an important game against the Clemson Tigers, but it still feels like this is a program behind the 8-ball.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 16

Why Tar Heels Pass-Catchers Could Make Difference vs. Clemson

Hope is rising in Chapel Hill after the North Carolina Tar Heels started their season 2-0 last weekend against the ETSU Buccaneers. Part of that hope is how much the Tar Heels' program has improved entering its "prove-it" matchup against the Clemson Tigers, who face a similar predicament as a former powerhouse in college football.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / September 16

Key Developments Will Be Difference Between Success, Failure for UNC

The North Carolina Tar Heels basketball program is entering a crucial 2026 season after failing to advance past the first round of the NCAA Tournament in each of the past two years.

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

Which UNC Players Need Bigger Roles to Avoid Future Transfer Questions

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 14

These Positions Proving To Be Difference-Makers for UNC

Competition in ACC play will improve, but the North Carolina Tar Heels entering that portion of the season with a 2-0 record is monumental. While speaking with the media during his postgame press conference , head coach Bill Belichick highlighted the quarterback play and depth in the backfield.

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

UNC Red Zone Report: Why Drives Succeeded, Adjustments Made

The North Carolina Tar Heels defeated the East Tennessee Buccaneers 35-3 on Saturday at Kenan Stadium. It was a much better performance by the offense, as the Tar Heels scored at will.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / ACC Digital Network / September 13

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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