NORTH CAROLINA TAR HEELS NEWS

Malik Willis, Desmond Ridder lead ranking of six Senior Bowl QBs

Scout Rob Rang ranks the Senior Bowl QBs based on their performances in practice and the game. Malik Willis stole the show.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Sam Howell avoids unblocked edge rusher for 15-yard frozen rope on the run North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Sam Howell avoids an unblocked edge rusher to deliver a 15-yard frozen rope on the run.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • NFL.COM

Sam Howell escapes DE's grasp for chain-moving third-down scramble North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Sam Howell escapes a defensive end's grasp for a chain-moving third-down scramble.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • NFL.COM

At the Senior Bowl, quarterbacks make their case to be at the front of the line Kenny Pickett? Malik Willis? Sam Howell? For NFL teams scouting the proceedings in Mobile, it's choose your own QB adventure.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Benjamin Hochman: Fans are talking about Mizzou's offensive additions, but Hopper cousins make defense intense When his sons or nephew occasionally underachieved, Tyrone Hopper Sr. would exclaim: “Man, we’re going to have to change your name to someth...

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

UNC, Brown agree to 1-year extension through 2026 season

North Carolina has agreed to a one-year contract extension with football coach Mack Brown through the 2026 season

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sam Howell, Malik Willis, others to watch in Shrine, Senior Bowls

Rob Rang breaks down the players who could raise their NFL Draft stock in this week's East-West Shrine and Senior Bowls.

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Sam Howell trying to get back on track The UNC quarterback is trying to rebuild his draft stock at the Senior Bowl after a bumpy final season.

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • PANTHERS.COM

Sam Howell must change his game in the NFL. What he said about it at the Senior Bowl North Carolina quarterback Sam Howell spoke to media following Day 1 of the 2022 Senior Bowl. Here’s what he had to say about his performanc...

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • MYRTLEBEACHONLINE.COM

Studying the Lions' Senior Bowl QBs: Sam Howell, Malik Willis and Bailey Zappe The Lions are coaching three of the most intriguing QB prospects at the Senior Bowl. Are any of them likely to be a fit?

JANUARY 26, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Mizzou Tigers football picks up another defensive transfer in UNC's Tyrone Hopper Missouri adds its third defensive transfer

JANUARY 17, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Chizik, Warren return to Tar Heels in defensive-staff revamp

North Carolina’s revamp of its defensive coaching staff now includes the return of Gene Chizik, who led Auburn to a national championship as a head coach

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

UNC: Bateman, Dewitt won't return to defensive staff

North Carolina’s defensive struggles are leading to changes on Mack Brown’s coaching staff

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Four-star '23 edge Desmond Umeozulu excited to return to North Carolina Four-star edge rusher Desmond Umeozulu discusses why he is visiting North Carolina later this month.

JANUARY 4, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM

North Carolina QB Sam Howell to forgo senior season for NFL North Carolina quarterback Sam Howell is forgoing his senior season to enter the NFL draft

JANUARY 1, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

North Carolina QB Sam Howell to forgo senior season for NFL

North Carolina quarterback Sam Howell is forgoing his senior season to enter the NFL draft

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

North Carolina QB Sam Howell declares for 2022 NFL Draft North Carolina quarterback Sam Howell is entering the 2022 NFL Draft, he announced Saturday. "I'll forever be grateful for my time here at C...

JANUARY 1, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

One of ACC's top players announces plans for next season One of the ACC’s top players has announced his plans for next season. North Carolina will have a new starting quarterback next season. Tar H...

JANUARY 1, 2022 • THECLEMSONINSIDER.COM

North Carolina quarterback Sam Howell makes his decision on the 2022 NFL Draft Howell, who has started the past three seasons for the Tar Heels, made it official with a video posted on his Instagram account today.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Ball control offense helps clinch win over UNC CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The South Carolina Gamecocks were in a precarious spot while facing Phil Longo’s North Carolina attack, led by quarterback...

DECEMBER 31, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Sam Howell congratulated Shane Beamer in locker room after loss - Sports Illustrated Pure class.

DECEMBER 31, 2021 • SI.COM

Top Plays: Purdue, Michigan State win in thrilling fashion

South Carolina cruised by UNC in the Mayo Bowl, while Purdue, Michigan State and Wisconsin all won close games. Here are the top plays!

DECEMBER 31, 2021

UNC's Sam Howell: 'I still have some decisions to make' University of North Carolina quarterback Sam Howell tells reporters that he has decisions to make regarding staying for his senior season or...

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM