The Basketball Show: UNC's Hot Start, Early Adversity

Former Tar Heel linebacker Jeff Schoettmer and wide receiver Taylor Vippolis talk all things Carolina football following Carolina winning its second straight game with a win at home over Stanford. With players like Melkart Abou-Jaoude and Tyler Thompson, players are standing out on a defense that is playing phenomenal. On offense, it can feel like pulling teeth at times, but it's an offense that doesn't have to do much to get wins. 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 hot start was tempered with the news of Seth Trimble's broken left forearm is expected to keep the veteran leader sidelined for several weeks. The schedule sets up in UNC's favor as Hubert Davis and staff will have opportunities to figure out new roles and game plans to replace Trimble's production. Inside Carolina's Rob Harrington and former Tar Heel Justin Jackson join Tommy Ashley to discuss all that and more including Caleb Wilson, replacing Trimble and prospective players who could step up in the coming weeks. 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 high from beating Kansas on Friday Night was muted when it was announced Sunday that Senior Captain Seth Trimble would be out with a broken arm for some time. Sean Moran and Sherrell McMillan joined Joey Powell within minutes of the release to discuss last week's successful start on the court, but also to surmise how UNC will respond to Trimble's injury and look to replace his leadership on and off the court. 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 beat Stanford on Saturday. It was not a stylistic win or one full of highlight plays, but the Heels were effective enough on offense and stout enough on defense to notch their second consecutive conference win to move to 4-5 overall. Jason Staples and Buck Sanders join Tommy Ashley for a complete breakdown of the performance. 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 win over Kansas was a tale of two halves for the Tar Heels, but with one elite consistency over the course of the full 40 minutes. Caleb Wilson’s early performance kept the game in range in the first half while a complete team domination in the second half led UNC to a 87-74 win over the Jayhawks in the Smith Center. Wilson’s 24 points and 7 rebounds led the way while Henri Veesaar dropped 20 in the win. Inside Carolina’s Sherrell McMillan joins Tommy Ashley for the Postgame show to break down the win and highlight the impressive showing by Hubert Davis’s team. 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 opportunity to improve continues as Stanford comes to Kenan Stadium on Saturday afternoon (4:30pm CW). Inside Carolina’s Jason Staples and Greg Barnes join Tommy Ashley for a complete breakdown of the matchup and what the Tar Heels need to do on both sides of the ball to handle a Cardinal team that has struggled 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.

With the early signing period less than one month away, North Carolina is still very much active on the 2026 football recruiting class. As the coaching carousel turns and players look to lock in on their schools of choice, Inside Carolina football recruiting analyst Don Callahan joins Tommy Ashley for the latest from the trail and they break down what’s left for Bill Belichick’s team heading to December. 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 winning its first conference game on the road at Syracuse. Schoettmer highlights what he's seen that's resulted in a defense playing well. Vippolis says Belichick smelt blood in the water against a freshman walk on quarterback from the lacrosse team. All of that resulted in a defense that allowed a season low in total yards. The conversation on offense centers around the quarterback 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 routed Central Arkansas in convincing fashion on Monday night, 94-54, with Caleb Wilson leading the way. Wilson dunked his way to a game high 22 points while Henri Veesaar put up 14 points and ten boards. Kyan Evans (15), Seth Trimble (12) and finally cleared Luka Bogavac (10) paced the Heels in the win. Inside Carolina’s lead analyst Rob Harrington, former Tar Heel Justin Jackson and Tommy Ashley break down the win from the highs to the concerns as Kansas coming calling in the Smith Center on Friday night. 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.

After a crashdown against Ole Miss, the UNC basketball program sought to rebuild itself immediately after exiting the NCAA Tournament. Months of roster assembly, practice, scrimmages, and two exhibitions are now in the past and the 2025-2026 edition of Carolina hoops tips off in earnest Monday night. Sean Moran and Sherrell McMillan join Joey Powell to bid adieu to the offseason and preseason, give a recruiting and roster update, and preview the Tar Heels' first week of season games. 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.