As the 2025 college football season kicks off, excitement is building across the Triangle. With Duke and UNC both poised for compelling campaigns, fans are gearing up for thrilling Saturdays filled with rivalries, tailgates, and unforgettable moments. And if you’re living at Chapel Hill North, you’re perfectly positioned to experience it all.
Duke Blue Devils: A New Era Under Manny Diaz
After a surprising 9-4 finish in 2024, Duke enters the 2025 season with high hopes under head coach Manny Diaz. The Blue Devils boast a strong defense and a promising new quarterback, Darian Mensah, a Tulane transfer who threw for 22 touchdowns last season. Key players like Chandler Rivers (CB), Wesley Williams (DE), and Caleb Weaver (S) anchor a defense that could be one of the ACC’s best.
Duke’s schedule includes a pivotal early matchup against NC State and a high-stakes rivalry game against UNC on November 22. With a projected win total of 6.5, Duke is expected to be competitive in nearly every game.
UNC Tar Heels: Bill Belichick’s College Debut
Yes, you read that right—Bill Belichick is now leading the Tar Heels. UNC’s 2025 season marks the beginning of a new chapter, with a revamped roster and a schedule that offers plenty of opportunity. Sophomore QB Gio Lopez and RB Davion Gause headline an offense full of potential.
Defensively, UNC will rely on stars like Thaddeus Dixon (DB) and Pryce Yates (Defensive Line) to hold the line. With a favorable schedule and a projected win total of 7.5, the Tar Heels could be pushing for their first 10-win season since 2015.
Why Chapel Hill North Is the Ultimate Game-Day Home Base
Located just minutes from Kenan Memorial Stadium and a short drive to Wallace Wade Stadium, Chapel Hill North offers unmatched access to both Duke and UNC football. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just love the energy of college sports, living here means:
- Easy access to game-day festivities
- Quick commutes to Durham and Chapel Hill
- A vibrant community of fellow fans
- Modern amenities and peaceful surroundings between the action
From tailgates to touchdowns, Chapel Hill North puts you in the center of ACC football culture.