The Game Plan: UNC Has Work Cut Out vs Duke

Greg Barnes and Jason Staples join Tommy Ashley to break down the game plan for North Carolina as the Duke Blue Devils come to Kenan Stadium on Saturday. The Tar Heels are looking for their fifth win of the season with the Victory Bell on the line. Barnes and Staples highlight how the Heels must stop Duke QB Darian Mensah and how Gio Lopez and the Carolina offense can score enough points to keep the game competitive with a chance to win. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With two games remaining in the North Carolina 2025 regular season, Inside Carolina’s Don Callahan joins Tommy Ashley for a roster status check. Building off his series of articles, Callahan and Ashley run through the offensive side of the ball, position by position, with a detailed look at players with remaining eligibility, high school commitments at each position and potential needs in the transfer portal. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina leaned on freshman phenom Caleb Wilson on Tuesday night in the Smith Center and the dynamic star did his part, scoring 17 second half points on his way to 23 points and 12 rebounds on the night as the Heels won 73-61. Inside Carolina lead basketball analyst Rob Harrington joined Tommy Ashley to break down Wilson's performance and the overall night for a team still finding its path forward this season. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the midst of a four game stretch of games against teams UNC should handle, building cohesion and confidence has been a key goal for the Tar Heels. Inside Carolina’s lead basketball analyst Rob Harrington and former Tar Heel Justin Jackson join Tommy Ashley to discuss how the Heels stay sharp, balance out the scoring while Seth Trimble is out and share their takes on the ACC as a whole in the early season. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Tar Heel linebacker Jeff Schoettmer and wide receiver Taylor Vippolis talk all things Carolina football following Carolina losing at Wake Forest to fall to 4-6 on the season. What does it say about the future of the quarterback room that the staff continues to believe that Gio Lopez gives this team the best chance to win? Vippolis and Schoettmer break it down and why the lack of a run game for Carolina is just a further indictment for the position. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina Basketball has not been without its newsworthy elements of late. Last week, we learned that Seth Trimble's broken arm will keep him off of the court for some time. This past Friday, Maximo Adams became the most recent blue-chip recruit to commit to UNC. Now, the Tar Heels have just finished hosting one of the best players in America on an official visit as their schedule begins to ramp up. Sherrell McMillan and Joey Powell are joined by IC Alumnus Tate Frazier to talk ball, Carolina's brand, and how things feel thus far. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina travelled to Winston-Salem on Saturday afternoon and was complete embarrassed by the home team. Wake’s 28-12 win highlighted UNC’s continually inept offense and the Deacons exposed a Tar Heel defense that had performed better in recent weeks. Inside Carolina’s Buck Sanders and Jason Staples join Tommy Ashley to break down the performance and what’s next for this program. (edited) The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina's four-five punch was devastating on Friday night as the Tar Heels rolled to a 97-53 win over North Carolina Central. The duo of Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar combined for 33 points and 24 rebounds while Luka Bogavac (13) and Zayden High (11) rounded out the double digit scorers for the now 4-0 Heels. Inside Carolina's Sherrell McMillan joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the win, Wilson's complete night and the block party Hubert Davis's team put on in the Smith Center against the undersized Eagles. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hubert Davis finally has his blue chip recruit in the 2026 class with a commitment from Maximo Adams. The 6'7" wing forward from Sierra Canyon in California gives UNC versatility, shooting, and a high-motor, and fills an expected need for next year's roster. Sherrell McMillan and Joey Powell break down what Adams's signature does for the brand, the culture, and the medium-term future of Carolina Basketball. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rivalry run begins in Winston-Salem as North Carolina faces Wake Forest looking to even their record at 5-5 overall. Inside Carolina’s Jason Staples and Greg Barnes join Tommy Ashley to break down what the Tar Heels must do on both sides of the ball, and in special teams, to beat the Deacons in enemy territory. After the final game predictions, Staples highlights the importance of quarterback coaching on the college level. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.