Community rallies around UNC legend Eric Montross during battle with cancer Posted Mar 29, 2023 According to family members, national champion and Tar Heel Sports Network analyst Eric Montross has been diagnosed with cancer. In a statement from the Montross family issued through the University, the family gave a health update on the 51-year-old Carolina All-American who will be under the care of UNC Lineberger Cancer Center for treatment. (WRAL.com)