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‘Are you kidding me?’ NC State’s Doeren makes hole-in-one
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‘Are you kidding me?’ NC State’s Doeren makes hole-in-one

July 29, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

NC State football coach Dave Doeren had a very good end to his summer. Doeren made a hole-in-one on a par-3 course in Missouri on Sunday, celebrating the accomplishment by running around once he discovered the ball in the hole.

Former Canes’ GM says team was stiffed by Adam Fox
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Former Canes’ GM says team was stiffed by Adam Fox

July 29, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Former Carolina Hurricanes’ Don Waddell revealed on the Cam and Strick Podcast, when the Hurricanes made the deal for Adam Fox, they were told Fox would “absolutely sign” an extension. As a result, they traded Noah Hanifin and Elias Lindholm to Calgary in the deal. Someone lied. Please click here for more.

Dabo Swinney on talking Panthers’ Hunter Renfrow out of retirement
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Dabo Swinney on talking Panthers’ Hunter Renfrow out of retirement

July 29, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

The former Clemson star wide receiver, now with the Carolina Panthers, was back on the field making plays — and one of them happened just 20 feet from where his college coach stood watching with pride. Please click here for more.

Belichick non-committal on North Carolina QB battle
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Belichick non-committal on North Carolina QB battle

July 24, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

After an offseason dominated by intrigue and previously unimaginable headlines, Bill Belichick is only about a month away from coaching his first football game at North Carolina and he’s either unsure or coy about who will be the starting quarterback. Please click here for more.

Patriots Legend Joins Pat McAfee on ESPN for Bill Belichick’s UNC Coaching Debut
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Patriots Legend Joins Pat McAfee on ESPN for Bill Belichick’s UNC Coaching Debut

July 24, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

ESPN is fanning the flames by turning North Carolina’s opening game against TCU into a special production — one that includes an icon of Belichick’s NFL dynasty with the New England Patriots. Please click here for more.

Manny Diaz: Duke football 2025 squad ‘fastest’ and ‘strongest’ team in last four years
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Manny Diaz: Duke football 2025 squad ‘fastest’ and ‘strongest’ team in last four years

July 24, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

If you’re up against Duke football in a relay race or an arm wrestling competition, coach Manny Diaz is confident his team will come out on top. Please click here for more.

Why Darian Mensah fits like a glove at Duke
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Why Darian Mensah fits like a glove at Duke

July 24, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

When Darian Mensah became available, Duke acted quickly. The QB entered the portal on December 9. Just three days later, he was off the portal. With 2,723 passing yards and 22 touchdowns last year, Duke saw the former Tulane QB as an upgrade over Maalik Murphy. Please click here for more.

Cane’s Sean Walker Poised for an Impactful Second Season
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Cane’s Sean Walker Poised for an Impactful Second Season

July 24, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Walker enters his second season with the Hurricanes after signing a five-year, $18 million deal before the 2024-25 season. For the skillset that he brings, an average annual value (AAV) of $3.6 million is a steal for the Hurricanes. Please click here for more.

Is Panthers’ Thielen a trade candidate?
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Is Panthers’ Thielen a trade candidate?

July 24, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

Despite increasing age, Adam Thielen did very well in 2024 when he was on the field but he could be the odd man out in Charlotte. Please click here for more.

Ex-MLB draft pick accused of murdering North Carolina locksmith
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Ex-MLB draft pick accused of murdering North Carolina locksmith

July 24, 2025 Cliff Barnes Leave a comment

A former MLB draft pick who played at Charles B. Aycock High School in Pikeville was arrested Wednesday night for allegedly murdering a locksmith in North Carolina. Please click here for more.

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