What in Tar Nation

What in Tar Nation is back with another episode following Caleb Love’s commitment to UNC. Tanya and Brandon have their early reactions to the news, as well as thoughts and feelings about Carolina’s game against Georgia Tech this weekend.

Discussed in this episode:

Caleb Love is a Tar Heel!Could Roy Williams have his best recruiting class yet?All of the momentum in recruiting since Walker Kessler’s commitmentA little daydreaming of what this class could end up looking likeThe Heels being heavily favored against Georgia Tech in AtlantaWill this be the game the offense finally plays a complete game?Much more optimistic predictions for this weekend

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What in Tar Nation will be back on Wednesday to preview the Georgia Tech game. Until then...

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Host Chad Floyd (@Chad_Floyd) is back with Jacob Cowden (@jacobcowden28), as the guys finally had a chance to re-watch the Tar Heels’ heartbreaking loss to Clemson. You know what that means— its time to get a little more granular! 

Discussed: 

#WellActually the two-point conversion playcall was good! What leads us to this conclusion, were the Heels setting it up early in the game, and what would we have done differently? Appreciation for Greg McIlroy making the point about how injured the Heels are.More appreciation for the evolution of Sam Howell, the route-running of Dyami Brown, and the monsters at running back. Also, Jacob’s undying love for Marcus McKethian.OH MY GOODNESS THE DEFENSE. Big ups to the linebackers, who played the best game by any position group on the year.Why did the linebackers play so well? Some new wrinkles by Jay Bateman to free them up. We might finally understand some of the nuances of his defense. (Sidenote: make him HCIW now.)Enjoy! 

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Clemson gets a scare from North Carolina, Wake improves to 5-0, Virginia lets one slip against Notre Dame, and Duke makes a statement against Duke. All of that action - and more - is covered as Lauren and Norm Wood (Daily Press and Virginian-Pilot) recap everything from Week 5 in the ACC. Plus, they discuss poll rationale and rank the ACC in terms of...who is the most butt. 

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This weekend was an especially fun weekend to be in Chapel Hill. Brandon and Tanya are back with another episode of What in Tar Nation to discuss the close game against Clemson and all of the excitement from Late Night with Roy.

Discussed in this episode:

Eating a little crow about the result of the football gameAgreeing with the decision to go for two at the endLots of praise for the defense, especially Chazz SurrattFirst impressions from Late Night: we love Cole AnthonyChristian Keeling looking super impressive in the scrimmageThe impact of both events on all the big recruits in town this weekendIf you haven’t already, please consider subscribing to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or whatever application you use to listen to podcasts. You’ll be able to stay up to date with What in Tar Nation, Don’t Punt to Gio, and Between the Banners so you don’t miss an episode.

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On this week’s game preview, host Chad Floyd (@Chad_Floyd) is joined by Jake Lawrence (@therealestrjl) and for the first time in a while, Al Hood (@albhood)!

The Heels are 26-point underdogs heading into Saturday’s tilt with Clemson, so we had to talk about it. Discussed: 

Does Trevor Lawrence or Travis Etienne make you more nervous? Why hasn’t Clemson’s offense taken off from “very good” to “unimpeachably great” yet? Can Carolina make tackles? How to attack the Clemson defense (we didn’t come up with a good answer)Sam Howell’s poise: undeniable through four games, but can he cook behind a banged-up offensive line with the likes of Xavier Thomas and Isaiah Simmons chasing him around? Week 5 slate: pretty bad! But we talked at length about Duke/Virginia Tech, Wake/Boston College, Notre Dame/Virginia, and Florida State/N.C. State. If you found us, don’t lose us. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts so you won’t miss a beat! 

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Tanya and Brandon are back with a new episode of the What in Tar Nation podcast to discuss Walker Kessler’s exciting decision to commit to UNC and more. This weekend is sort of the unofficial kickoff of basketball season with Late Night With Roy going down on Friday, and we’re super ready for it.

Discussed in this episode:

Walker Kessler is a Tar Heel!UNC’s recruiting class is looking more boom than bust at the momentWill Late Night With Roy win over some other important recruits in attendance?Praying to get out of the Clemson game in one pieceOur thoughts go out to the football recruits attending Saturday’s game

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Lauren and Duke Maven's Shawn Krest look back on the weekend action as Pitt gets a monster upset, North Carolina loses one to App. State, and Virginia gets off to a sloooow start against Old Dominion. Also, Miami looks a little off against Central Michigan, Syracuse rebounds, and more! 

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Host Chad Floyd got a pair of esteemed guests to join him to talk about the Tar Heels’ 34-31 loss to Appalachian State in Kenan Stadium. 

In addition to regular guest Jacob Cowden (@jacobcowden28), old friend and bourbon legend Joe Carpenter (@joecarpenteriv) stepped in to bring a little additional insight! 

Discussed: 

The Heels’ continuity woes on the offensive line, and what fixes may be coming for that;With the moving parts on the line, a thorough evaluation of what the offense is/is not doing well;A couple of subtle jabs at Larry Fedora’s program management, without mentioning him by name;Frustration with sustained drives from Appalachian State;Demetrius Taylor: without him, Carolina wins the game.Georgia/Notre Dame, Michigan/Wisconsin, the ACC, and #Pac12afterdark

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Check out the latest episode of our What in Tar Nation podcast as Tanya fills Brandon in on the Tar Heels’ frustrating loss to Appalachian State on Saturday. Where did everything go wrong and where does the team go from here?

Discussed in this episode:

The role turnovers played in UNC’s demise on SaturdayThe offense still struggling to show up for four quartersWas Sam Howell as good as the numbers say?Javonte Williams and the Heels’ ground gameHow to process the team’s 2-2 record to this point

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Bear with us on this one, as host Chad Floyd (@Chad_Floyd) talks to Jake Lawrence (@therealestrjl) who is on top of a parking garage in the Southwest, like he is Walter White after killing Gustavo Fring. 

Audio is a little wonky, so this episode is a little bit truncated, but it was still a fun chat on the Heels’ tilt with App State on Saturday.

Discussed: 

Eli Drinkwitz turning Zac Taylor into more of a pocket passer for the ‘Neers. Running back Darrynton Evans: Illuminati? We think yes. Do the Heels bring back enough injured players to protect the depth of the team in what should be a shootout? Establish the run, run the ball some more, kill them with the run.Also, protect Sam Howell. Picks! Stan Lee once said “every comic is someone’s first comic.” I hope this episode wasn’t that for you, so please go ahead and subscribe to our feed, because most of the rest of them are better! 

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