North Carolina names Billy Edwards Jr. as starting quarterback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 7:54 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
North Carolina has named Billy Edwards Jr. its starting quarterback ahead of the 2026 season opener against TCU in Ireland. Edwards, a transfer with previous stints at Wake Forest, Maryland, and Wisconsin, emerged victorious in a close competition with Texas A&M transfer Miles O’Neill. He had a notable 2024 season at Maryland, completing 65% of his passes for 2,881 yards and 15 touchdowns. This announcement comes as Notre Dame prepares to face the Tar Heels on October 3.
- •North Carolina's starting QB for 2026 is Billy Edwards Jr.
- •Edwards won the job over Miles O’Neill.
- •He previously played at Wake Forest, Maryland, and Wisconsin.
- •Edwards had a 2024 season with 2,881 yards and 15 touchdowns.
- •Notre Dame will face North Carolina on October 3.
- 7:54 PMYahoo Sports — North Carolina, a Notre Dame’s 2026 opponent, names its starting QB
"Notre Dame football’s Week 5 opponent, the North Carolina Tar Heels, have named their starting quarterback.
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