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UNC's Bill Belichick might officially be on the hot seat

Legendary head coach Bill Belichick won't get the benefit of the doubt forever, especially after a bit of a shakeup in the UNC program after such a disappointing and scandal-riddled season.

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Predicting North Carolina’s Stat Lines Against TCU

It's finally time to see how the changes the North Carolina Tar Heels orchestrated this offseason will affect the product on the field. North Carolina’s season begins against TCU in Dublin, Ireland, on Saturday, a rematch from last season when the Horned Frogs defeated the Tar Heels 48-14 in Chapel Hill.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 29

One UNC Player Being Overlooked Heading Into 2026-27 Season

Michael Malone has put together quite a deep roster in his first season with the Tar Heels. The combination of transfer, international, and freshman talent gives Carolina a strong mix heading into the 2026-27 season.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 29

What UNC Football Training Camp Means For 2027 Recruiting Class

For months, the speculation and anticipation surrounding the North Carolina Tar Heels football program have been astronomically intense. That process began in the transfer portal, extended into training camp, and eventually culminated in the season opener.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 29

Former UNC Football Top Recruit Could Be on Outside Again

The North Carolina Tar Heels football program hasn't been known for its recruiting prowess, but this offseason, the front office compiled one of the better classes in the country.

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Is the Bill Belichick era at North Carolina already coming to a close?

As Bill Belichick enters Year 2 at the helm of UNC, is the end already in sight?

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 28

UNC Football Freshman Report: 3 Rookies Who Can Step Up

This has been one of the most polarizing offseasons in Chapel Hill, as the North Carolina Tar Heels football program has been under duress over the last few months with so much on the line in 2026.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 28

UNC Players Who Didn't Live Up to Expectations This Camp

Can you believe that the North Carolina Tar Heels play a football game on Saturday? Maybe some fans aren't thrilled after last season, but this year is an opportunity for growth under second-year head coach Bill Belichick.

Bill Belichick News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 28

Former UNC Football Top Recruit Finally Playing Like One

The North Carolina Tar Heels are entering a make-or-break season, as head coach Bill Belichick is on the hot seat in only his second season in Chapel Hill.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 28

3 Biggest Surprises From UNC Training Camp Practices

After what happened last season, the North Carolina Tar Heels needed a strong offseason to have an opportunity to bounce back. That started with accumulating talent through the transfer portal and recruiting class, which North Carolina did quite well.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 28

UNC Football Position Battle Rankings: Where Everyone Stands After Camp

The North Carolina Tar Heels have had an eventful offseason, some good, some bad. The good is associated with the talent the front office accumulated this offseason through the transfer portal and recruiting class.

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North Carolina expected to be without DC Steve Belichick against TCU

Defensive coordinator Steve Belichick is not expected to be with the team in Week 1.

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College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 27

How UNC Players 'Step Up' Amid Steve Belichick Medical Leave

Coming off a disappointing 2025 campaign, the North Carolina Tar Heels can't afford any hiccups, especially as they enter the season opener against TCU.

Mike Malone News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 26

UNC's Malone Has One Massive Advantage Over His Predecessor

Michael Malone has one transfer portal season under his belt, and with all things considered, he did a phenomenal job. After being hired a bit late in the process, potentially putting him at a disadvantage, Malone did an excellent job of bringing talent to Chapel Hill.

Billy Edwards News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 26

How New UNC Starter Edwards Chased 'Opportunity' With Tar Heels

Coming off a 4-8 season in 2025, the North Carolina Tar Heels had to make major adjustments to the coaching staff and roster ahead of this upcoming season.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 26

Biggest UNC Football Camp Disappointment and Why It Matters

The North Carolina Tar Heels play football on Saturday for the first time in 2026, traveling to Dublin, Ireland, to face the TCU Horned Frogs in the opening kickoff of the college football regular season.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 26

Why UNC Must Start Out on Right Foot Against TCU

It goes without saying that the North Carolina Tar Heels football program needs to bounce back from an unacceptable 2025 campaign. Although everyone wants to fast-forward to the end of the season to evaluate the final result, head coach Bill Belichick is not looking too far ahead .

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 26

UNC Football Veteran Who Is Setting Tone This August

The North Carolina Tar Heels were one of the most disappointing college football programs last season, compiling a 4-8 record. It's a difficult exercise to identify many positives from last season, but one of the few encouraging aspects of the Tar Heels' operation is wide receiver Jordan Shipp.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 25

UNC Basketball Has This Major Offensive Question To Answer

Michael Malone’s first roster at North Carolina has no shortage of players that can score. Terrence Brown comes from Utah, where he averaged nearly 20 points per game last season.

Bill Belichick News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 25

2 Positions Bill Belichick Must Figure Out for UNC Football

The North Carolina Tar Heels' roster has taken shape throughout the offseason, painting a clearer picture of how this team could shape up in 2026. North Carolina entered training camp with a polarizing quarterback competition, which concluded with Billy Edwards Jr.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 25

3 UNC Players Who Might've Landed Starting Jobs This Offseason

This offseason has been extremely important for the North Carolina Tar Heels football program for a multitude of reasons. Obviously, head coach Bill Belichick enters this upcoming season on the hot seat after the Tar Heels compiled a 4-8 record in 2025.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 25