UNC at UCF: where to watch, notes, depth charts, statistics

Find out how and watch Carolina’s game at Central Florida, the lines, notes, depth charts and statistics for both teams.

Trimble calls the influx of tall newcomers ‘a blessing’ heading into his final UNC season

CHAPEL HILL — Seth Trimble couldn’t help but grin as he started to talk about the newcomers who have made this preseason feel so different. There are a lot of them, including a completely reshaped frontcourt with two 7-foot centers and two 6–10 forwards, along with a Montenegrin wing who’s still adjusting to American slang.

Heels, Pack will meet in October baseball exhibition at DBAP

The old rivals will square off in Durham for a first-of-its-kind exhibition. On Wednesday, Oct. 16, North Carolina will meet N.C. State in a 6 p.m. baseball exhibition at Durham Bulls Athletic Park in the finale of the Tar Heels’ fall schedule.

Belichick imparts his wisdom on working with QBs, one split-second decision at a time

CHAPEL HILL — How do coaches deal with a quarterback who is new to the program but has been inconsistent while starting the first three games? In the case of Bill Belichick and junior South Alabama transfer Gio Lopez at Carolina, the veteran coach spoke about it the way a professor might lecture, drawing on decades of experience with stars like Tom Brady and other quarterbacks of varying talent.

Tar Heels’ Gbayor is ACC linebacker of the week

North Carolina’s Mikai Gbayor is the ACC Linebacker of the Week after powering a dominant defensive performance that denied Richmond a touchdown on Saturday.

Lopez battles accuracy issues, finding consistency

CHAPEL HILL — North Carolina quarterback Gio Lopez doesn’t hide from the reality of his uneven start to the season. Saturday’s 41–17 home win over Richmond was supposed to be a chance to reset, but Lopez’s struggles with accuracy remained a subplot in an otherwise comfortable Tar Heel victory.

‘Juju’ June goes from bottom of depth chart to breakout star

CHAPEL HILL — Coming into the season, Demon June was just another name in North Carolina’s running back room. On Saturday, “Juju” was the name.

Photo gallery from UNC’s win over Richmond

Here is a photo journey through North Carolina’s 41-6 victory at Kenan Stadium on Saturday over Richmond.

Good, Bad and Ugly Report: Richmond

Carolina welcomed an FCS team to Chapel Hill on Saturday afternoon and generally did what decent FBS teams are expected to do to FCS teams, hammering Richmond in a dominating 41–6 victory. There’s probably not too much to be read into a game like this other than Carolina won comfortably on a lovely day in Kenan Stadium.

Big day from defense, June help UNC thump Richmond

CHAPEL HILL — Mikai Gbayor brought the Lambeau leap to Kenan Stadium on Saturday after putting a thrilling exclamation point on a big day for North Carolina’s defense and running back Demon June.

UNC-Richmond: where to watch, depth charts, statistical comparison, notes

Here’s a look at the Richmond-North Carolina matchup, how to watch the game, notes, depth charts and statistics.

UNC linebackers coach Collins brings NFL pedigree to his first coaching job

CHAPEL HILL — When Bill Belichick called, Jamie Collins didn’t hesitate. He retired from the NFL in 2023 after a 10-year career as a linebacker that included making the Pro Bowl in 2015 and winning a Super Bowl in 2014, both with Belichick. Collins was ready when Belichick offered him the job as Carolina’s inside linebackers coach.

Evans brings poise, leadership, dangerous shooting to UNC backcourt

CHAPEL HILL — When Hubert Davis looked into the transfer portal this offseason, he knew North Carolina needed a guard who could make shots, handle the ball under pressure and bring experience to a young backcourt.

Caleb Love helped convince shot-blocking, floor-stretching Veesaar to head to UNC

CHAPEL HILL — When Henri Veesaar first walked into the Smith Center, he didn’t think about minutes or touches or even stats. He thought about the history he saw from UNC’s national championship seasons on the way to Roy Williams Court.

Belichick has adapted to Maginness, his first rugby-style punter

CHAPEL HILL — The ball left Tom Maginness’ foot on his rugby-style punt on a rainy night in Charlotte after a three-and-out deep in UNC territory, soaring 55 yards. It was the kind of punt Bill Belichick loves. A play that flips the field and makes it easier for his defense. The legendary coach has built a strong special teams identity, and that includes his senior punter from Melbourne, Australia.