# Tar Heels Rebuild for Bowl Eligibility | North Carolina Tar Heel Football News

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Podcast: [North Carolina Tar Heels Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/north-carolina-tar-heels-football-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7568897)
Published: 2026-07-09T15:34:21+00:00
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The North Carolina Tar Heels are on the brink of a breakthrough in 2026, after a brutal 4-8 season left them 13th in the ACC. Head coach Bill Belichick is under pressure, but new GM Michael Lombardi says the roster overhaul through the transfer portal and recruiting class is “robust” — capitalizing on coaching changes elsewhere. They’re building like vets diagnosing a dog’s issues: identifying needs, filling gaps, and aiming for a 7-5 record to reach bowl eligibility. Cornerback Ade Willie, a Michigan State transfer, is rising fast — ranked 17th among their top 30 players — and his tackling and coverage skills could be vital to stabilizing a shaky secondary as the offense develops. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/bd64f6825d1e54d8

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