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Observations from a Bill Belichick spring practice at UNC

The University of North Carolina held their final spring football practice on Saturday evening under new head coach Bill Belichick. The practice was dubbed “Practice Like a Pro” and was designed to emphasize Belichick’s, and his staff’s, NFL experience. I spent the day at UNC and attended practice as well. Here are some observations: (WEEI.com)

Ryan Browne Re-Entering Portal, Highlighting QB as Need for UNC

Already an underlined area of need, quarterback has become an even higher priority in the transfer portal for new coach Bill Belichick and North Carolina. Ryan Browne, the Purdue transfer who participated in spring practices with the Tar Heels, plans to re-enter the portal for the second time in five months, he announced via On3 Sports on Wednesday. (Inside Carolina)

Video: IC Football Recruiting Podcast - As the UNC Transfer Portal Churns

Football recruiting expert Don Callahan joins Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to discuss the spring transfer portal window, the decision of Beau Atkinson and others to enter the portal, and UNC's additional player needs before the portal closes on April 25th. (View Video)

Omarion Hampton is ready for his next challenge

Whether an NFL team wants to capitalize on Omarion Hampton's battering-ram size, his speed, or his receiving ability, Hampton doesn't really care. And now, on the precipice of his dreams coming true, the Tar Heel State's Mr. Football is just trying to take it a day at a time: "Just, still got to keep working, stacking days, take it day-by day, keep getting better." (Carolina Panthers)

Video: IC Reaction Podcast - UNC Sack Leader Beau Atkinson Entering Transfer Portal

College football analyst Jason Staples and Tommy Ashley from Inside Carolina react to significant UNC Football news as standout edge rusher Beau Atkinson announced on the eve of the opening of the portal that he plans to transfer out of the Tar Heel football program. (View Video)

Expect Activity from UNC Football as Transfer Portal Opens Wednesday

With the spring transfer portal opening Wednesday, UNC Football coach Bill Belichick, General Manager Michael Lombardi, and their staff are well ahead of where they were in December and ready to find some more new Tar Heels. "I think every time you can acquire more talent, it’s an important window," Lombardi said before spring practice started. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

UNC Sack Leader Beau Atkinson To Enter Transfer Portal

A major contributor to North Carolina's defensive unit is set to depart. UNC is losing its top sack producer from last season, with defensive end Beau Atkinson planning to enter the transfer portal, multiple sources confirmed on Tuesday. The portal officially opens up on Wednesday. The 6-foot-6, 265-pound redshirt junior spent three seasons with the Tar Heels. (Inside Carolina)

Video: Southern Part of Heaven - The Mini Movie

Longtime North Carolina Football historian and author of "Football in a Forest," Lee Pace narrates this moving documentary honoring the rich legacy and traditions of Tar Heel Football, the great players who have worn the Carolina Blue, the dawning of the Coach Bill Belichick era, and more. (View Video)

Former UNC football player JJ Jones and former Duke players sue NCAA for additional eligibility

Three former Duke football players and one former North Carolina player are seeking an additional year of eligibility from the NCAA in separate lawsuits filed in Durham County. Former Duke linebacker Cam Bergeron and former UNC wide receiver J.J. Jones are the plaintiffs in one suit. Jones caught 110 passes for 1,794 yards and 11 TDs in four seasons. (WRAL Sports Fan)

Fans get rare look at Bill Belichick’s UNC practice in new behind-the-scenes video

Arguably the greatest NFL coach ever stood in front of the Tar Heels' freshman quarterback, grilling him about a procession of plays. Bill Belichick, clad in his UNC gear, kept asking, "Then we hit?" while Bryce Baker cited different routes he would be looking for, like a seam route and in-cut. "That’s how you move the ball down the field," Belichick explained. (New York Post)

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