On this episode of Bleav in UNC, Carolina’s Own break down a loaded first round of the College Football Playoffs and tackle the biggest debates coming out of the weekend.

The show opens with a deep dive into Alabama Crimson Tide vs Oklahoma Sooners, where Alabama erased a 17 point deficit and reminded everyone why experience and late season momentum still matter in the postseason. The guys debate whether Alabama deserved a playoff spot with three losses and what that comeback says about their ceiling moving forward.

Next, the conversation shifts to the ACC spotlight game as Miami Hurricanes traveled to College Station and held Texas A&M Aggies to just three points. Ronnie, Block, and JD discuss how Miami’s defense validated the ACC’s presence in the playoff field and why hostile environments still matter in December football.

The hottest topic of the episode centers on the Group of Five debate. The guys examine blowout losses by Tulane Green Wave and James Madison Dukes, and ask the hard question. Should smaller programs be included in the same playoff as Power Four teams, or is it time for a separate championship structure? The conversation digs into competitive balance, player safety, injuries, and what fairness really looks like in modern college football.

From there, the crew gives predictions for the next round of CFP games including:

Alabama Crimson Tide vs Indiana Hoosiers

Ohio State Buckeyes vs Miami Hurricanes

Georgia Bulldogs vs Ole Miss Rebels

Oregon Ducks vs Texas Tech Red Raiders

The episode closes with a Chapel Hill focused discussion on Bill Belichick, addressing ongoing NFL rumors tied to Atlanta, Cleveland, and New York. The guys evaluate fit, culture, age, roster construction, and whether Chapel Hill may ultimately be Belichick’s final stop.

Finally, the show hits on UNC football news with the departure of standout defensive lineman Tyler Thompson, breaking down what his loss means for Carolina’s defense, NFL upside, and the evolving transfer portal reality.

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In this episode of Bleav in UNC, hosted by Carolina’s Own Ronnie McGill, D-Block, and JD, the crew delivers an in-depth breakdown of major offseason developments for North Carolina football, along with broader college football discussion.

The episode opens with reaction to UNC firing offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchens, with the group detailing why the move felt inevitable. The hosts discuss the offense’s lack of identity, poor run game usage, inconsistent personnel decisions, and missed opportunities to put players in positions to succeed. They also explore Kitchens’ background as a position coach and why the OC role ultimately proved too big.

From there, the conversation shifts to UNC’s quarterback room and incoming recruits. The crew debates the value of star rankings versus accuracy, experience, and mental processing, comparing high school completion percentages and discussing Gio Lopez’s future. They emphasize patience, development, and how the right offensive coordinator can completely change a quarterback’s trajectory.

The defensive side of the ball gets attention next, with JD highlighting the importance of defensive line upgrades and breaking down UNC’s focus on adding size and physicality up front. The hosts explain how improved trench play can elevate the entire defense, including turnover production in the secondary.

Offensively, the group evaluates wide receiver, tight end, and running back needs, including thoughts on playmakers who can contribute early, the importance of yards after catch, and whether UNC should dip into the transfer portal despite signing nine receivers. Special teams also come under scrutiny, with discussion around the dismissal of the special teams coordinator and the need for more game-changing plays.

The episode closes with a candid and wide-ranging discussion on Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore’s firing, leadership accountability, decision-making at the highest level, and how quickly opportunity can be lost in college football.

As always, the show blends NFL front-office perspective, former-player insight, and real football evaluation, giving fans a deeper understanding of where UNC stands and where it needs to go.

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In this episode of Bleav in UNC, Carolina’s Own breaks down a Championship Weekend that flipped the playoff landscape on its head. Ronnie, D-Block, and JD open with JD’s victorious prediction that chaos was coming—and chaos arrived in the form of James Madison punching its ticket into the 12-team playoff. The crew debates whether college football can ever truly have a Cinderella the way basketball does and what it means for the sport moving forward.

From there, the conversation shifts to the ACC’s down year, how Miami missing the conference title game impacted the playoff picture, and whether the committee was forced into elevating James Madison because the ACC lacked a strong enough resume across the board.

The guys also dive into whether the AAC deserves an automatic bid, how Tulane stacks up against real Power Five competition, and what this means for teams in the Sun Belt, MAC, and beyond. The debate intensifies as Ronnie, JD, and Block break down:

Strength of schedule vs. number of losses
Whether Alabama should have been left out
Why Notre Dame had a strong argument but still fell short
How the current playoff format creates contradictions every single year
Whether college football should get rid of conference championship games altogether

Later in the episode, the crew reacts strongly to Notre Dame declining its bowl invite, discussing how the move impacts players, seniors, potential transfers, and the overall culture of college football.

The show wraps with full playoff predictions, including:

Can James Madison hang with Oregon?
Oklahoma vs. Alabama (the rematch)
Why Ole Miss might run Tulane out of the stadium
Miami at Texas A&M and which version of Carson Beck will show up

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In this post-season recap, Carolina’s Own breaks down a wild year of UNC football from every angle. Ronnie, D-Block, and JD open with Thanksgiving catch-ups before diving into the Heels’ offensive struggles, quarterback evaluation, coaching decisions, and why explosive plays were missing all season. The guys analyze Gio Lopez’s development, Jordan Shipp’s potential, and the bigger systemic issues holding the offense back.

On the defensive side, they revisit the mid-season turnaround under Bill Belichick, the late-season regression, and what UNC must add through the portal — from interior defensive linemen to true playmakers in the secondary. The crew also debates Bill Belichick's future, whether UNC is truly his long-term plan, and what the Giants rumors mean for the program during a crucial recruiting stretch.

Then it gets spicy: the ACC Championship controversy. Should the league strong-arm Duke out and put Miami in for the sake of playoff representation? JD says absolutely not. Ronnie and Darian say the ACC needs its best team on the biggest stage.

They close with national championship predictions, Alabama–Georgia talk, Lane Kiffin’s SEC move, and why timing, money, and legacy all collide in today’s college landscape.

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Carolinas' Own is back, and it is officially Duke Week. Ronnie, D-Block, and JD break down the Heels’ matchup with Duke — a surprisingly explosive, top-tier offense that presents UNC’s toughest defensive test of the year. The guys dive into why Duke’s quarterback and skill positions are legit, what UNC’s secondary and D-line must do, and how Carolina’s offense can (and must) find answers against a defense that gives up explosives.

From running back rotation frustrations to getting the ground game established, the crew explains exactly what needs to change for UNC to stay bowl-eligible.

Then, the conversation widens to the national chaos:
• Why has Florida fallen off while Duke rises?
• Has NIL completely broken old recruiting pipelines?
• Should Lane Kiffin stay at Ole Miss or take a big swing at Florida/LSU?
• James Franklin to Virginia Tech — smart move or risky rebuild?

D-Block closes the show celebrating his Saskatchewan Roughriders winning the Grey Cup and gives CFL insight on playoff shares, money, and why his jersey should absolutely be retired.

It’s rivalry week, it’s senior night, and the crew is honest, sharp, and fired up.

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Carolina’s Own is back after a frustrating trip to Winston-Salem, where the Heels fell to Wake Forest 28 to 12 in a game that felt closer than the scoreboard. Ronnie, D-Block, and JD break down why the defense kept UNC in it again, why the offense continues to stall, and how the play calling and personnel usage are holding this team back.

The guys dive into Gio’s struggles, the rotation issues at receiver and running back, the lack of identity on offense, and why UNC has to rethink its approach with Duke and NC State coming up. We also talk about bowl eligibility, what defines failure or success this season, and whether UNC should look at younger quarterbacks if things slip next week.

Plus, we jump around the college landscape including South Carolina’s collapse at Texas A&M, LaNorris Sellers' NFL projection, and how coaching decisions can make or break young quarterbacks.

Carolina’s Own keeps it real, keeps it honest, and keeps it Carolina.

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In this episode of Carolina’s Own, Ronnie, D-Block, and JD dive into a packed week across UNC football and the national landscape.

We open with the latest round of Bill Belichick rumors. With the New York Giants job open, the crew breaks down whether a return to the NFL makes sense, how the UNC job compares, the GM situation in New York, and what Bill actually values at this stage of his career.

From there, we move into the newest College Football Playoff Top 12. We look at Ohio State’s dominance, Alabama’s rise, Indiana’s surprising push, and which teams are truly built for a title run.

Then it is all eyes on Wake Forest. We break down their strengths, their defensive numbers, how UNC matches up, what Geo must do to keep the offense on track, and why this is a must-win game as the Heels fight for bowl eligibility.

We wrap with predictions, keys to the game, and what Carolina has to do to get out of Winston-Salem with a win.

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