Multiple sources have confirmed that North Carolina is at the forefront of schools exploring departure routes. The Tar Heels, a founding member of the ACC in 1953, have reportedly targeted the SEC as their preferred landing spot if a move occurs.

Potential SEC Expansion Target Emerges as Next Wave of College Football Realignment Looms originally appeared on Athlon Sports. In what feels like a distant memory, the SEC is actually responsible for the onslaught of conference realignment moves that led college football to its current state.

North Carolina appears to be seeking an exit strategy from the Atlantic Coast Conference, according to a report by Inside Carolina. SEC expanding?

The North Carolina Tar Heels have done an excellent job when it comes to recruiting the 2026 cycle. They have landed a large majority of their class that they have been targeting when it comes to the recruiting cycle targets.

UNC could be attractive to both the Big Ten and the SEC in the future. It's not because of football success ... or Bill Belichick.

North Carolina finished 6-7 last season. On November 26, the university announced that it would be the final year for longtime head coach Mack Brown. The Tar Heels dropped their last three games, including a 27-14 loss to UConn in the Fenway Bowl.

Expectations are understandably high for the Tar Heels—Belichick has so many Super Bowl rings he needs both hands to wear them. But it’s not just football fans who are holding North Carolina to a high standard this year.