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The North Carolina Tar Heels were back to work on Monday, but the talk around the program was no longer about why it had become a major disappointment, but about how it is showing improvement with each game.

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 / ACC Digital Network / August 17

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

Why the Little Things Matter to UNC Star Jordan Shipp

It's a make-or-break season for the North Carolina Tar Heels in 2026, and bouncing back from a disastrous 2025 campaign will require the players and coaches to adjust their approach.

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College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / July 30

3 UNC Players About To Break Out in Training Camp

It has felt like a prolonged buildup, but the North Carolina Tar Heels officially begin training camp today, with less than a month to go before Week 1 of the 2026-27 college football season.

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

North Carolina 2026 Football Top 30 Countdown: No. 2

The North Carolina Tar Heels are entering a crucial 2026 season after compiling a 4-8 record, including 2-6 in conference play. With training camp less than a week away, the pressure is building for the Tar Heels to bounce back this upcoming season, but there are still several questions regarding the state of the roster.

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

UNC Football Film Review: What Jordan Shipp Brings to Table

When it came to watching the 2025 North Carolina Tar Heels, the lowlights dramatically outshone the highlights. There were few of the latter, but those highlights showcased the program's future for 2026.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / July 4

Shipp Is WR1, but 2026 UNC Pass-Catchers Could Surprise

For the second year in a row, the North Carolina Tar Heels will start with a completely different offense. There will be a new starting quarterback, new starting pass-catchers, changes at right guard and tackle, and an SEC addition at running back.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / July 1

'This Is Home.' UNC's Jordan Shipp Always Knew Final Destination

Following a disappointing 2025 season, the North Carolina Tar Heels needed a strong offseason to revamp the roster and put the team in a competitive position.

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

Where UNC's Jordan Shipp Ranks Amongst Top ACC Wide Receivers

The ACC is gearing up to be an incredibly competitive conference in 2026. The North Carolina Tar Heels are unfortunately on the outside looking in after a disastrous first season for head coach Bill Belichick.

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Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season

Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / April 30

One UNC Player Who Could Declare Early for 2027 NFL Draft

The 2026 NFL Draft came and went a bit too quickly for North Carolina, being one of the only Power Five schools to not have a single draft pick selected.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / April 20

Looking Ahead at UNC's Top Prospect in 2027 NFL Draft

In the spirit of it officially being NFL draft week, with the 2026 draft slated to kick off on Thursday, why not jump ahead a little and call our shot on next year's draft?

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

North Carolina's Jordan Shipp Understands Magnitude of Next Season

This time of year typically revolves around March Madness, but with the North Carolina Tar Heels being eliminated in the first round, it is the perfect time to shift the focus to the football program's spring practices, which kicked off on Tuesday.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / January 8

Star Wideout Returns to North Carolina

It has been an inspiring start to the transfer portal process for the North Carolina Tar Heels this offseason. Through the first three days since the portal opened, the Tar Heels had signed 10 players, improving their offensive line, defensive line, quarterback room, and wide receiving corps.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 3

North Carolina Tar Heels Early Signing Day Tracker: Every Player Coming to the Program in 2026

Wide receiver and interior offensive line seemed to be the focal point for the Tar Heels in this upcoming class. North Carolina landed seven wide receivers and five guards, which will help desperate needs for the offense.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / December 1

The Positive Mindset Jordan Shipp Maintains Heading into Offseason

As the final seconds slowly ticked off the clock on the scoreboard, so did the end of the North Carolina Tar Heels' 2025 season. The Tar Heels fell to the North Carolina State Wolfpack 42-19, resulting in their third consecutive loss to close the season.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 27

North Carolina Football Should be Thankful for Jordan Shipp

It has not been the season that the North Carolina Tar Heels had hoped for when they hired Bill Belichick as the team's head coach this past offseason.

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 24

UNC Football’s Top Standouts vs. Duke

Saturday's matchup between the North Carolina Tar Heels and Duke Blue Devils was unorthodox, as both teams demonstrated strengths that had not been present all season.

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 21

Senior Day Fueling Jordan Shipp’s Drive to Win

Wide receiver Jordan Shipp has gained the admiration from not only the coaches on UNC's football staff, but also his teammates, too. The Charlotte, North

College Football News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 18

Star WR Highlights “My Bad” Problem Impacting UNC's Offense

If it wasn’t already clear after North Carolina’s 28-12 defeat to Wake Forest last Saturday, the Tar Heels’ offense is in rough shape. No one understood this better than sophomore receiver Jordan Shipp, who stood up in the postgame locker room and addressed his teammates, apologizing minutes after the loss became final.

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

WR Jordan Shipp Reflects on UNC's Loss, Self-Inflicted Wounds

Wide receiver Jordan Shipp chats with the media after North Carolina's 28-12 loss to Wake Forest at Allegacy Stadium on Saturday. What was Wake Forest's defense doing to make things difficult for you?

North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / November 9

UNC’s Jordan Shipp Opens Up about Offensive Cohesion, Goals Ahead

Sophomore wide receiver Jordan Shipp spoke to the media after the Tar Heels defeated Stanford 20-15 on Saturday. Shipp had five catches for 83 yards andd a touchdown.

College Football News / Field Level Media / November 8

Bill Belichick, North Carolina get much-needed win in nine-sack effort vs. Stanford

North Carolina's defense was in control for most of the game in a 20-15 victory against Stanford.

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North Carolina Tar Heels News / Stanford Cardinal on SI / November 7

Getting to Know UNC Before Stanford's Showdown in Chapel Hill

This weekend, Stanford will play in one of the most interesting games of the season. The Cardinal go on the road to play the North Carolina Tar Heels, where the two meet for their first-ever ACC battle.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / October 31

North Carolina vs. Syracuse Prediction, Game Preview

North Carolina has been a disaster in Year 1 under coach Bill Belichick. Still winless against power conference competition, the Tar Heels have been outclassed for much of the season. However, UNC (2-5, 0-3 ACC) has quietly been playing better football over the past two weeks in one-score losses at Cal and in overtime at home against then-No.