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Bill Belichick names Billy Edwards starting QB for UNC vs TCU

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Bill Belichick names Billy Edwards starting QB for UNC vs TCU

Summary

UNC football coach Bill Belichick has confirmed that Billy Edwards Jr. will be the starting quarterback against TCU in Dublin, Ireland, on August 29. Edwards, a Wisconsin transfer, was selected after a competition that included Texas A&M transfer Miles O'Neill and others. Belichick stated that Edwards showed greater consistency throughout practices, totaling nearly 2,000 snaps. Edwards is the most experienced quarterback on UNC's roster, having thrown for 2,881 yards and 15 touchdowns in his previous season at Maryland before an injury sidelined him last year with the Badgers.

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•Billy Edwards Jr. confirmed as starting QB for UNC vs TCU.
•Game scheduled for August 29 in Dublin, Ireland.
•Edwards previously played at Maryland and Wisconsin.
•UNC aims to improve after a 4-8 season last year.
•Belichick cited Edwards' consistency as a key factor in the decision.

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3:24 PMYahoo Sports — Bill Belichick explains why Billy Edwards will be UNC football's starting QB vs TCU

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Bill Belichick confirmed Billy Edwards will be UNC's starting quarterback vs. TCU in Ireland. Here's why the Tar Heels are rolling with Edwards.
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