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NBA Draft Scouting Report: North Carolina’s Matt Able

In the offseason, guard Matt Able confirmed his move from North Carolina State to North Carolina, crossing rivalry lines to land with the Tar Heels. The former five-star guard is now certain to be a featured player for UNC, bolstering his 2027 NBA Draft stock in the process.

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Tar Heels Have FCS Grassroots Who Could Make Immediate Impact

The North Carolina Tar Heels went through numerous changes to their roster once again this offseason, only this time, an influx of true freshmen makes up a significant portion as fall camp continues.

Seth Trimble News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 12

Why Seth Trimble’s Transfer May Not Hurt UNC

North Carolina basketball has lost one of the most loyal players to ever come through the program. Former four-year guard Seth Trimble announced on Instagram

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

The Polarizing Dynamic Facing Bill Belichick With UNC in 2026

The North Carolina Tar Heels football program is in flux heading into the 2026-27 college football season. While the Tar Heels have orchestrated several productive moves throughout the offseason via the transfer portal and recruiting class, there is still a mountain of questions surrounding the program.

Mike Malone News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 12

Antawn Jamison Details Role in UNC Hiring Michael Malone

It's well documented that the North Carolina Tar Heels went through a thorough process to hire Michael Malone as head coach earlier this offseason. That being said, there are still details within the cracks that have remained under wraps.

Leroy Jackson News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 11

Why Leroy Jackson a Key Component on UNC's Defense

We are less than three weeks away from the North Carolina Tar Heels opening their regular season against the TCU Horned Frogs in Dublin, Ireland. It will be the second consecutive season North Carolina will open against the Horned Frogs.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 11

3 Things We Learned About New UNC Football Defense

The North Carolina Tar Heels are preparing for a season with major repercussions on the line, and the coaching staff needs to nail the evaluation process during training camp.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 10

5 Tar Heels Who Could Transfer if Starting Jobs Are Lost

With the North Carolina Tar Heels facing a must-win season under head coach Bill Belichick, many players will face a difficult decision at the end of the season.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 9

5 UNC Football Backups Who Could Make Immediate Contribution

The North Carolina Tar Heels enter their second week of fall camp with less than three weeks until they kick off the college football season in Dublin.

College Basketball News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 9

Debating UNC’s Starting Center Position After Cameron Fens Addition

Shortly after last season and in the first few weeks of the offseason, it appeared that the North Carolina Tar Heels would be in serious trouble in 2026.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / August 8

Adam Vinatieri roasts Bill Belichick, others during HOF speech

Adam Vinatieri roasts absent Bill Belichick, other NFL legends during HOF induction speech

Few were spared during kicker Adam Vinatieri's Pro Football Hall of Fame induction speech.

Watch 49ers legend Roger Craig receive long-awaited Hall of Fame gold jacket

Larry Fitzgerald confirms surprise career decision ahead of Hall of Fame induction

Three NFL owners who can't stop getting in their own team's way

The 'Most NFL field goals' quiz

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 8

Why UNC's 2026 Wide Receivers Could Be Ready To Explode

Something may be brewing in Chapel Hill. It could be the end of the Bill Belichick era as we know it at North Carolina, or maybe the start of a program turnaround in Belichick's second season with the school.

Kaleb Cost News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 8

How UNC’s Kaleb Cost Taking Next Steps as Leader

The North Carolina Tar Heels are entering a pivotal 2026 season, with an abundance of pressure following a horrendous 2025 campaign. Leadership and established veterans will play a key role in North Carolina's level of success this season.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 7

Mason Humphrey Emerging As UNC’s Next Offensive Star

It's been an eventful calendar year for the North Carolina Tar Heels football program, but for all of the wrong reasons. Following a disappointing 4-8 2025 season, North Carolina concentrated on building a well-rounded roster through the transfer portal and recruiting class.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 6

UNC's Bobby Petrino Highlights Importance of Offensive Line Depth

This offseason has been all about adding established veterans who can contribute right away for the North Carolina Tar Heels. Hiring Bill Belichick as the head coach last offseason was already a polarizing decision by the Tar Heels' brass, and then the team went 4-8.

Bill Belichick News / The Spun / August 6

Bill Belichick Announces His Son, Steve, Is On Medical Leave

North Carolina football coach Bill Belichick revealed Thursday morning that his son, Steve, has been placed on medical leave. Steve Belichick is entering his second season as North Carolina's defensive coordinator.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 6

Everything We Know About UNC’s Quarterback Competition So Far

As everyone is aware by now, the North Carolina Tar Heels are conducting a quarterback competition to determine the Week 1 starter. Billy Edwards Jr., Miles O'Neill, Travis Burgess, and Au'Tori Newkirk have all been mentioned as candidates for the starting job in recent weeks.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 6

Ranking North Carolina’s Potential Frontcourt Transfer Portal Targets

Following a second consecutive first-round NCAA Tournament exit, the North Carolina Tar Heels had to make a head coaching change. After missing out on its preferred options, North Carolina landed on Michael Malone, and that could turn into a massive blessing in disguise .

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 5

UNC's Abou Jaoude Included in Prestigious Defensive Award Watch List

It goes without saying that the North Carolina Tar Heels were one of the most disappointing college football programs in 2025. There were some bright spots, but mostly from individual brilliance.

Mike Malone News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 5

How UNC's Michael Malone Has Rival Duke 'Scared'

For the last five years, the North Carolina Tar Heels have been overlooked, as the program has floundered in the early rounds of the NCAA Tournament. The majority of those struggles fell on the shoulders of former head coach Hubert Davis, which led the administration to make a coaching change after last season.

Bill Belichick News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / August 5

Bill Belichick Highlights UNC’s Rebuilt Position Group

Last season exposed glaring weaknesses across the North Carolina Tar Heels' roster, and by the end, this program was one of the laughingstocks of college football.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / July 30

North Carolina HC Bill Belichick offers limited updates after GM Michael Lombardi's administrative leave

The North Carolina Tar Heels opened fall camp on Thursday, but football wasn't the first item on head coach Bill Belichick's agenda.

A bleak picture is being drawn for North Carolina, Bill Belichick

Two ACC coaches who could be fired — and two who could be hired away

The 'College football color teams' quiz

North Carolina Tar Heels News / Yardbarker / July 27

North Carolina GM Michael Lombardi placed on administrative leave

North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick will be without one of his closest confidants when his team begins fall camp on Thursday.

Michigan AD set to receive $7 million buyout after resignation

Lane Kiffin makes shocking confession about leaving Ole Miss for LSU

Two SEC coaches who could be fired — and two who could be hired away

Five most interesting transfers in the SEC for 2026 CFB season

Top returning Big Ten quarterbacks heading into 2026 season

Five CFB freshmen to watch in 2026: Next great Ohio State WR, others

North Carolina: Infielders Jake Schaffner & Cooper Nicholson’s Return to the Midwest

OMAHA, NE– The North Carolina Tar Heels are playing for their first National Championship in 19 years, and while much of their roster is homegrown, their lineup features six first-year transfers. Despite being an elite East Coast school, Carolina’s order boasts not one but two Midwestern players, Jake Schaffner and Cooper Nicholson.

College Baseball News / Just Baseball / June 16

Ryan Lynch: North Carolina’s Unsung Hero in CWS Win Over West Virginia

OMAHA, NE — Omaha is a place where legends are made. It’s also the land of unsung heroes like North Carolina starter Ryan Lynch, who grinded through the first 4.2 innings of the Tar Heels’ 5-2 win over West Virginia on Sunday night.