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North Carolina beats UConn 38-21 to get back in the win column, and we break down three takeaways that turned into 21 points, Timir Hickman-Collins’ pick-six, and big days from Jelani Thurman and Benjamin Hall. Then we preview Wyoming’s visit to the Smith Center on Tuesday night, plus a listener question. Email Questions to: [email protected] Follow Drew Midle on X: @DrewMidle Follow Drew Midle on Instagram: @drewmidlemedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina bounces back from the Western Carolina letdown with a 109-70 rout of Wofford, and we break down the rebounding response, Terrence Brown’s season-high 21, and a bench that scored 58. Then we preview UNC at UConn on Saturday as the Heels try to snap a two-game skid and stay on track for a bowl game, plus a listener question on whether the next two games make or break the season. Email Questions to: [email protected] Follow Drew Midle on X: @DrewMidle Follow Drew Midle on Instagram: @drewmidlemedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina falls 38-35 to No. 1 Miami after rallying from 10 down, and we break down the strip-sack and two nullified onside recoveries that sank the Heels, Billy Edwards Jr.’s career-best 4-TD night, and Jelani Thurman and Demon June’s big games. Then we preview the Michael Malone era ahead of Monday’s opener against Western Carolina, plus a listener question on whether it’s bad to feel good about a second straight close loss. Email Questions to: [email protected] Follow Drew Midle on X: @DrewMidle Follow Drew Midle on Instagram: @drewmidlemedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

No. 1 Miami comes to Chapel Hill on Halloween night with North Carolina chasing its first-ever win over a No. 1 team, and we break down Darian Mensah and Malachi Toney, why UNC has historically given Miami fits, and where an upset has to come from. We also preview Michael Malone’s first Carolina basketball season ahead of Monday’s opener against Western Carolina, and react to UNC landing No. 2 class of 2027 commit DeMarcus Henry. Plus my prediction and a listener question on how the Heels can finish strong and reach a bowl game. Email Questions to: [email protected] Follow Drew Midle on X: @DrewMidle Follow Drew Midle on Instagram: @drewmidlemedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina blows a 10-point lead and falls 31-30 in overtime to Syracuse, ending the Orange’s 11-game ACC losing streak, and we break down the two-point try that decided it, the fourth-and-3 call with 52 seconds left, and a defense that gave up 11-of-14 passing for 173 yards in the fourth quarter and OT. We also look at Jordan Shipp’s 8-catch day, Billy Edwards Jr.’s hot first half, and Demon June’s big touchdown run. Plus a listener question on who deserves the blame, and a look ahead to No. 1 Miami. Email Questions to: [email protected] Follow Drew Midle on X: @DrewMidle Follow Drew Midle on Instagram: @drewmidlemedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina hosts Syracuse with a third straight win on the table, and Mike Lindsley joins the show to help preview the matchup and explain what’s gone wrong for the 2-4 Orange. We dig into Syracuse’s QB carousel, Umari Hatcher and the Orange pass game, plus my prediction and a listener question. Email Questions to: [email protected] Follow Drew Midle on X: @DrewMidle Follow Drew Midle on Instagram: @drewmidlemedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina beats Duke 24-20 to bring the Victory Bell back to Chapel Hill, and we break down Jaylen McGill’s 24-yard go-ahead TD with 1:53 left, Billy Edwards Jr.’s calm 78-yard winning drive, and how the Heels got outgained 373-326 yet still came out on top. Plus the fumbles and special teams miscues that nearly cost them, and a listener question on how many wins this team can reach and whether it can keep winning with those mistakes. Email Questions to: [email protected] Follow Drew Midle on X: @DrewMidle Follow Drew Midle on Instagram: @drewmidlemedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina travels to Durham for the Battle for the Victory Bell, riding the Pitt win and looking to snap a two-game skid against Duke. We break down Nate Sheppard’s ankle and his impact if he plays, how Xavier Lewis and the pass rush can pressure Walker Eget, and where UNC’s run game has to show up. Plus my prediction and a listener question on whether the Pitt win changes what to expect from the rest of the season. Email Questions to: [email protected] Follow Drew Midle on X: @DrewMidle Follow Drew Midle on Instagram: @drewmidlemedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina knocks off No. 25 Pitt 21-17 for Bill Belichick’s first win over a ranked opponent at UNC, and we break down how the Heels got outgained 369-269 yet still won, Shamar Easter’s 75-yard game-winning TD, and a defense that held Pitt 0-for-4 on fourth down. Plus a listener question on whether Billy Edwards Jr. should remain the starter, and a look ahead to Duke. Email Questions to: [email protected] Follow Drew Midle on X: @DrewMidle Follow Drew Midle on Instagram: @drewmidlemedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina heads to No. 25 Pitt looking for its first ranked win of the Belichick era, and we break down a Pitt run defense that’s second in the nation, why Holden Geriner’s first career start changes the game, and how Billy Edwards Jr. handles pressure. Plus some Pitt players to watch, my 27-17 prediction, and a listener question on how much patience fans should have with the program. Email Questions to: [email protected] Follow Drew Midle on X: @DrewMidle Follow Drew Midle on Instagram: @drewmidlemedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina falls 37-26 to #3 Notre Dame in the rain, and we break down a run defense that got worn down, two Billy Edwards Jr. picks that swung the turnover margin, and Jaden Jefferson's 98-yard kickoff return. Plus a listener question on why UNC couldn't adjust against CJ Carr, and a look ahead to Pitt. Email Questions to: [email protected] Follow Drew Midle on X: @DrewMidle Follow Drew Midle on Instagram: @drewmidlemedia Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Carolina’s Own is back for the first full breakdown of the 2026 ACC football season, and after months of projections, roster talk, and preseason expectations, there is finally real football to evaluate. The crew opens with Florida State’s loss to SMU and the growing questions surrounding Mike Norvell, from the Seminoles’ quarterback situation and personnel decisions to transfer portal spending and whether the program has gotten enough return on its investment. From there, the conversation turns to Clemson after a 51-10 loss to LSU raised even bigger questions about the direction of the program. The group debates whether Dabo Swinney’s approach to roster building has fallen too far behind the changing landscape of college football and whether Clemson can continue competing nationally without fully embracing the transfer portal, NIL, and a more modern personnel structure. The opening week also produced reasons for optimism around the conference. Miami’s offense looks capable of becoming one of the most explosive units in college football, Louisville went toe-to-toe with Ole Miss, and Virginia Tech offered an encouraging first look at the James Franklin era. The crew discusses what each performance revealed and which teams may be positioned to emerge as legitimate ACC contenders. The guys also revisit former North Carolina quarterback Gio Lopez after a big debut at Wake Forest, reopening last season’s debate over how much of his struggle at UNC was about the quarterback and how much was about the system around him. Georgia Tech, Boston College, Syracuse, Pitt, Cal, and the rest of the opening ACC slate round out the first conference-wide evaluation of the season. The episode closes by looking ahead to the next round of games and the matchups that should begin separating early impressions from legitimate trends. The offseason predictions are over. ACC football is back, and now the results get to decide which expectations were right. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Bleav in ACC, the guys continue their 2026 ACC preview series by taking an in-depth look at the Virginia Cavaliers. After entering last season with Tony Elliott firmly on the hot seat, Virginia shocked the conference with an 11-3 campaign and an appearance in the ACC Championship Game. The crew discusses how Elliott transformed the program, whether his contract extension was warranted, and what role veteran consultant Scott Pioli may have played behind the scenes. The conversation dives into one of the ACC's best defenses from a season ago, highlighting Virginia's ability to force turnovers, dominate on third down, and consistently win close football games. The hosts also discuss defensive coordinator John Rudzinski's impact, how Virginia rebuilt its roster through the transfer portal, and the challenges of integrating experienced transfers with returning players. Offensively, the discussion centers on Tony Elliott's system, the departure of key playmakers, the quarterback competition, and whether Virginia has done enough to replace its production through the portal. The guys also debate the growing trend of veteran quarterbacks seeking additional years of eligibility and how NIL continues to shape roster construction across college football. To close the show, Ronnie, D-Block, and JD predict every remaining game on Virginia's 2026 schedule, debate whether the Cavaliers can surpass the 7.5-win projection, and explain why Tony Elliott enters the season under far different circumstances than he did just one year ago. Be sure to subscribe to Bleav in ACC on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts, and follow along each week as we preview every ACC team leading into the 2026 football season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College football is entering a new era as the NCAA moves toward its new 5-for-5 eligibility model, giving athletes five seasons to play within five years. Ronnie McGill, D-Block, and JD break down what the rule actually means, why the traditional redshirt could become a thing of the past, and how the changes affect recruiting, roster management, NIL, and player development. The conversation explores whether this system will create NFL-style practice squads in college football, how coaches may handle young talent differently, and whether players will be more or less likely to enter the transfer portal. The crew also discusses the long-term impact on high school recruiting, injury waivers, medical hardships, and the growing influence of federal legislation on college athletics. Later, they shift to Brendan Sorsby's gambling controversy after the former quarterback lost his college eligibility and failed to receive an NFL supplemental draft opportunity. Ronnie explains how the supplemental draft process actually works, why the NFL took the position it did, and what realistic options remain for Sorsby's football future. If you enjoy in-depth conversations about college football, roster building, NCAA policy, and the future of the sport, this episode delivers an insider's perspective from former players and NFL personnel executives. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.