UNC’s non-conference slate is home-heavy, which should help the revamped roster find rhythm before ACC play. With nine home games in the Smith Center and a series of Quad 1 matchups, the Tar Heels have several high-level opportunities to build a strong postseason resume. UNC will face three teams ranked in the preseason AP Top 25. (Daily Tar Heel) Carolina Insider Podcast: UNC Football vs. Syracuse recap, Basketball vs. Central Arkansas preview
UNC Football continued to play great defense and had its best offensive half of the season, defeating Syracuse 27-10 on Friday.
Preview: UNC men's basketball's 2025-26 schedule sees easier non-conference slate