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UNC Names Gio Lopez Starting QB Amid Roster Overhaul

8/10/2025

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Bill Belichick has made a bold move by choosing South Alabama transfer Gio Lopez as North Carolina's starting quarterback. As the team anticipates the growth of freshmen Bryce Baker and Au'Tori Newkirk, they also look forward to welcoming top-10 recruit Travis Burgess. Despite losing key offensive linemen, UNC has bolstered its roster with 11 new players to complement Lopez's dynamic abilities.

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Bill Belichick has made a bold move by choosing South Alabama transfer Gio Lopez as North Carolina's starting quarterback. As the team anticipates the growth of freshmen Bryce Baker and Au'Tori Newkirk, they also look forward to welcoming top-10 recruit Travis Burgess. Despite losing key offensive linemen, UNC has bolstered its roster with 11 new players to complement Lopez's dynamic abilities.