The Tar Heels' defense is expected to be a strength for the program this fall, and one freshman could shock everyone.
UNC Football Freshman Most Likely To Surprise Everyone This Season
The Tar Heels' defense is expected to be a strength for the program this fall, and one freshman could shock everyone.
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Jul 17, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick talks with the media during interviews at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
These three defensive backs could surprise for the Tar Heels in 2026.
In a deep rookie class, the North Carolina Tar Heels have a couple of freshmen who are vying for a starting role.
North Carolina has seen some of these younger players shine this offseason more than they anticipated, quickly becoming potential…
The Tar Heels' freshman class has flown under the radar throughout the offseason.
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With roughly 30 incoming freshmen, the North Carolina Tar Heels are hopeful of a bright future for their football program.
