UNC placed football GM Michael Lombardi on paid administrative leave Monday; the university gave no reason and barred staff and student‑athletes from commenting.

At Raleigh’s Bill Dooley Pigskin Preview, college coaches pressed the ACC and NCAA for firmer enforcement after high‑profile quarterback moves, legal fights and tampering claims. The debate centered on late portal entries and who polices them.

After FanDuel RSNs shut down, the Carolina Hurricanes will run a direct-to-consumer network for 2026-27 while the NHL provides centralized production for several clubs. Fans should expect a mix of streaming and negotiated linear options.