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North Carolina enters Bill Belichick's second season with seven months of shared work, giving the roster substantially more cohesion than last year's late offseason rebuild.

Captain Jordan Shipp returns as North Carolina's most established receiver after leading the 2025 team with 60 catches, 671 yards and six touchdowns.

North Carolina's priorities for the TCU rematch are limiting explosive plays, creating more offensive production, establishing the run and controlling the line of scrimmage.

Billy Edwards Jr.'s experience separated him in the quarterback competition, particularly his pre-snap coverage recognition and ability to communicate route, depth and timing adjustments.

North Carolina's young receiver room added six or seven freshmen, with several earning first-team opportunities and making plays during camp in Bobby Petrino's new offense.