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North Carolina is the worst team in the ACC—and it’s not close. The offense ranks among the worst in college football, while the defense struggles against Power Four opponents.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 11

Bill Belichick, Michael Lombardi remain committed to UNC, but will the university feel the same amid controversy?

Bill Belichick's transition into college football hasn't been an easy one. And with that, there have been a lot of discussions surrounding whether his time with North Carolina could come to an end before his first season is even over.

NFL News / Sporting News / October 9

UNC's Michael Lombardi ripped for ill-timed post amid Bill Belichick drama

The saga in Chapel Hill takes another twist.

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The 'NFL total touchdown pass leaders' quiz

How many of the 33 NFL quarterbacks to throw at least 250 touchdown passes in the regular and postseason combined can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

The 'NFL all-time receiving leaders' quiz

The '100-rushing-yard games by NFL QBs' quiz

NFL News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 30

Michael Jordan’s Presence More Valuable Than Cash at UNC

At a school that counts a former U.S. president and actor Andy Griffith among its alumni, the most famous graduate is a man who once dribbled a basketball: Michael Jordan.

NFL News / Yardbarker

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.

Arch Manning salvages season with Red River Rivalry win

Manning taunted Oklahoma fans

Bijan Robinson has a simple message for Texas QB Manning

Ty Simpson has Heisman moment in road win at No. 14 Missouri

Penn State QB Drew Allar's season comes to an end after injury

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / August 6

Bill Belichick, Michael Lombardi are huge assets for UNC

Bill Belichick, Michael Lombardi are invaluable assets for North Carolina in new era of college sports

In Belichick, the Tar Heels have a head coach who is well-versed in the business side of football as well as the Xs and Os.

NFL Hall of Famer reveals why he chose to join Deion Sanders' Colorado coaching staff

Dabo Swinney thinks Clemson will have the first 16-0 team in college football history

LSU HC Brian Kelly explains how Tigers' run game can improve

Ranking all the new head coaches in FBS for the 2025 season

The '2008 NFL playoff coaches and QBs' quiz

Tulane Green Wave News / Tulane Green Wave on SI / July 24

Tulane Baseball Must Rebuild Pitching Staff After MLB Draft Losses

Last season, the Green Wave had a team ERA of 6.36. That is a reasonably good statistical indication that Tulane struggled to have consistent outings on the mound.

General Managers Michael Lombardi and Jim Tanner Change Tar Heels

The North Carolina Tar Heels' football and men's basketball programs are moving into a new era with the addition of general managers. Michael Lombardi is overseeing Bill Belichick's roster and Jim Tanner doing the same for Hubert Davis' squad, respectively, and the two happen to become factors in a crucial moment of time.

Tulane Green Wave News / Tulane Green Wave on SI / July 22

Tulane Green Wave Star Connor Rasmussen's Path To MLB Draft

This year the Green Wave managed to have three players selected in the MLB draft. The first was star pitcher Michael Lombardi, who was taken in the second round with the 61st pick by the Kansas City Royals.

NFL News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / July 19

UNC Football Staff: Who is Quarterbacks Coach Matt Lombardi?

Quarterback, the most important position in football. The mix of transfer Gio Lopez, veteran Max Johnson, and freshman Bryce Baker seem to be in contention for the position as the signal caller in year one of Bill Belichick at UNC.

Tulane Green Wave News / Tulane Green Wave on SI / July 17

Tulane Green Wave Standout Pitcher Tayler Montiel's Road to the Draft

The first MLB draft pick in 2025, taken from Tulane, was Michael Lombardi. He was taken in the second round with the No. 61 pick of the draft. The second Tulane pick of the draft was the hard-throwing lefty reliever Tayler Montiel.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history

To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.

Tulane Green Wave News / Tulane Green Wave on SI / July 17

Former Tulane Baseball Star Named MLB Draft Sleeper to Watch

Being drafted in the second round by the Kansas City Royals is just the beginning for former Tulane Green Wave baseball star Michael Lombardi. Now the right-handed pitcher and center fielder must work his way to the Major Leagues.

MLB News / Tulane Green Wave on SI / July 15

New Tulane MLB Draft Picks and Royals Teammates Named to LSWA All-Louisiana Team

The Tulane Green Wave baseball team saw a 14th straight MLB draft with a player selected, continuing the longest streak in the American Athletic Conference.

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The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz

The 'Most starts by an NFL quarterback' quiz

The '100-rushing-yard games by NFL QBs' quiz

Tulane Green Wave News / Tulane Green Wave on SI / July 15

Tulane's Michael Lombardi's Journey to Become Second-Round MLB Draft Pick

After a remarkable junior season, Tulane's Michael Lombardi was taken by the Kansas City Royals with the 61st pick of the second round of the MLB draft.

Royals Select Tulane Star Michael Lombardi With No. 61 Pick in 2025 MLB Draft

The Tulane Green Wave have produced another intriguing MLB draft selection, as the Kansas City Royals took right-handed pitcher Michael Lombardi with the 61st overall pick in the second round of the 2025 MLB draft.

Tulane Green Wave News / Tulane Green Wave on SI / July 12

Star Tulane Baseball Pitcher Makes Sleeper List Ahead of 2025 MLB Draft

The 2025 MLB draft is set to begin on Sunday, and it will be held July 13-14 over the All-Star weekend in Atlanta. The Tulane Green Wave baseball team has had 135 players who played college baseball for the program become MLB draft picks, as the social media account posted on X.

Tulane Green Wave News / Tulane Green Wave on SI / June 16

Tulane Standout Relief Pitcher Michael Lombardi Prepares for MLB Combine Opportunity

The MLB draft Combine recently announced the participants who were invited to this year's event and a Tulane University Green Wave player will be there. Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona will host over 320 players who are eligible for the upcoming draft per the MLB release.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Larry Brown Sports / June 14

UNC GM addresses Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson 'noise'

North Carolina GM addresses Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson 'noise'

This is a bit more in line with the traditional Belichick stance.

Praise for Michigan QB Bryce Underwood is high, but the expectations are higher

Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola is looking poised for a breakout season

Virginia Tech suffers huge recruiting loss to fledgling 2026 class

Auburn loses commitment from four-star LB JaMichael Garrett

Florida State lands recruiting win in four-star WR Brandon Bennett

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / January 21

North Carolina GM repeats Belichick claim amid Raiders rumors

North Carolina GM repeats Bill Belichick claim amid ongoing Raiders rumors

Some suggested after former Lions OC Ben Johnson rejected the Raiders to become the next HC of the Bears that Raiders minority owner Tom Brady could reach out to Belichick regarding the club's HC opening.

Insiders link Raiders with Super Bowl champion coach after Ben Johnson chooses Bears

New UNC commit explains the Bill Belichick effect

What Ben Johnson hire means for Bears, Lions: Why Chicago isn't in the clear yet after landing top coaching target

The worst NFL teams from the 2000s

The 'Other QBs from Tom Brady's first start' quiz

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Larry Brown Sports / January 15

Bill Belichick's GM fires back at erroneous report

Bill Belichick’s general manager at North Carolina is not happy with a report that he says is erroneous.

Why North Carolina, ACC are reportedly 'nervous' about Bill Belichick

Bill Belichick endorses Patriots’ hiring of Mike Vrabel

Five potential replacements for Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy

The best college football game-day traditions

The 'AP NFL Coach of the Year Award' quiz

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Larry Brown Sports / December 12

Bill Belichick’s former assistant named North Carolina GM

He has had some experience in the college ranks, previously serving as an advisor for the Washington Huskies football program.

What does Bill Belichick's hiring mean for North Carolina's NIL budget?

Five reasons why Bill Belichick will thrive at UNC

NFL teams must answer for Bill Belichick snub as legend heads to college ranks

The greatest all-time football players from the Chicago area

The 'College Football Playoff appearances' quiz

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / October 25

Ex-NFL GM Unleashes Fresh Criticism on Giants Management

Former NFL executive Michael Lombardi, now an ESPN analyst, was at it again with his criticism of the New York Giants front office. Lombardi, appearing on The Pat McAfee Show this week, revisited this past offseason’s edition of Hard Knocks to level fresh criticism at the struggling Giants franchise.