Gio Lopez News, Rumors, Updates - North Carolina Tar Heels

Quarterback Gio Lopez not on UNC injury report, likely to play UNC quarterback Gio Lopez, who missed the Clemson game, should be available to the Tar Heels for...

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • TARHEELTIMES.COM

Who is on UNC vs Cal ACC availability report? Tar Heels injury update Here is a look at the first ACC availability report for UNC football vs. Cal, including the status of quarterback Gio Lopez and cornerback T...

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • FAYOBSERVER.COM

Not on injury report Lopez (leg) is not on the injury report and should be available to face California on Friday.

Impact Lopez didn't play against Clemson before the bye week, but the star signal-caller used the rest to recover and should return under center to face the Golden Bears on Saturday. That means Max Johnson would return to his regular backup role. Lopez has completed 62.7 percent of his passes for 430 yards in his four starts this season while sporting a 3:3 TD:INT.

OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 7, 2025 • TARHEELTIMES.COM

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OCTOBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Out Saturday Lopez (leg) will not play in Saturday's game against Clemson, Pete Thamel of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Lopez had been questionable to play throughout the week as he continues to recover from a leg injury that will force him to miss the ACC clash against Clemson. The redshirt sophomore quarterback will work to get back on the field for the team's next meeting with California following the Tar Heels' bye week. Max Johnson will get the start under center.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

QB Max Johnson Likely to Lead UNC Offense Versus Clemson After nearly two weeks of speculation, it looks more and more likely that North Carolina has finally made a decision. With Gio Lopez, who st...

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • SI.COM

Bumped to questionable Lopez (leg) is questionable to play against Clemson on Saturday.

Impact Lopez was listed as doubtful in the initial report, but the upgrade in status suggests his chances of playing are increasing. If healthy, Lopez should start under center for the Tar Heels, but if he doesn't, then Max Johnson should get the nod.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seen as doubtful Lopez (leg) is viewed as doubtful for Saturday's game against Clemson, per Pete Nakos of On3.com.

Impact Lopez was listed as questionable on the Tar Heels' initial injury report, but the situation in Chapel Hill is trending towards backup quarterback Max Johnson drawing the start. It's been a rough season for Lopez thus far, as he's struggled through injury and poor play. He still has a chance to go as of Friday morning, and the updated ACC injury report should add some clarity to the situation, but barring any major changes in the next 24 hours, Johnson seems like the starter against Clemson.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

UNC QB Gio Lopez questionable for Clemson game; Pryce Yates probable UNC quarterback Gio Lopez is listed as questionable for the Clemson game in the ACC availability...

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • TARHEELTIMES.COM

Listed as questionable Lopez (leg) is questionable for North Carolina's tilt with Clemson.

Impact Lopez returned to practice this week, but remains a question mark for the Tar Heels' ACC opener. The redshirt sophomore has struggled this season, tossing for 430 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions across four games. If he can't go, expect Max Johnson to get the starting nod Saturday.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Lopez (leg) is questionable for North Carolina's tilt with Clemson.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 1, 2025 • TARHEELTIMES.COM

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • TARHEELTIMES.COM

Returns to practice Lopez (leg) will practice Tuesday as UNC assesses where its quarterback is in his recovery, per TarHeel247.

Impact Lopez' right leg injury was reported to be not of the season-ending variety, but that was essentially the extent of our knowledge. Now, we know the gunslinger is back on the practice field, trying to give it a go as he rehabs that leg ahead of a Week 6 showdown with Clemson. Lopez reportedly didn't do much during the Tar Heels' bye last week and is still getting treatment, but a return to the practice field is clearly a step in the right direction. He remains firmly questionable, and if he can't go, expect Max Johnson to get the star in his stead.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

UNC QB mystery lingers, but Tuesday could bring clarity UNC head coach Bill Belichick may address the quarterback situation during Tuesday’s press conference, with questions still swirling around...

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • 247SPORTS.COM

The Tar Heels' Passing Attack 4 Games In... With UNC in an open date four games into the season, we take a dive into the Tar Heels' passing numbers by Gio Lopez and Max Johnson.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • 247SPORTS.COM

Max Johnson steps in again as UNC faces quarterback uncertainty Against TCU, quarterback Max Johnson entered the game after starter Gio Lopez went down with an...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • TARHEELTIMES.COM

Max Johnson steps in again as UNC faces QB uncertainty Backup quarterback Max Johnson stepped in for an injured Gio Lopez for the second time in four games, finishing strong in UNC’s 34-9 loss to...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • 247SPORTS.COM

The latest on UNC quarterback Gio Lopez UNC quarterback Gio Lopez did not suffer a season-ending injury against UCF. The South Alabama...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • TARHEELTIMES.COM

Deadspin | Report: UNC QB Gio Lopez's leg injury not season-ending Deadspin | Report: UNC QB Gio Lopez's leg injury not season-ending

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • 247SPORTS.COM

Leg injury not season-ending Lopez (leg) did not suffer a season-ending injury during Saturday's game at Central Florida, Pete Nakos of On3.com reports.

Impact Lopez's right leg being injured is why not all of North Carolina's latest game included him. But concerning his matchup availability, the best situation may be possible. Lopez is questionable before UNC's next game, currently Oct. 4 against Clemson. Ideally for him, he can redeem himself then. During the Tar Heels' latest matchup Saturday, Lopez logged negative rushing yards (five fewer than zero) and a 0-2 TD-INT ratio.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leg injury not season-ending Lopez (leg) did not suffer a season-ending injury during Saturday's game at Central Florida, Pete Nakos of On3.com reports.

Impact Lopez's right leg being injured is why not all of North Carolina's latest game included him. For three quarters then, his 14 pass attempts logged 87 yards. However, the quarterback also recorded both negative rushing yardage and a 0-2 TD-INT ratio. Ideally for Lopez, he can immediately redeem himself during UNC's next game, currently Oct. 4 against Clemson.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

UNC quarterback Gio Lopez injured vs. UCF; timeline for return unknown UNC's quarterback situation is now uncertain following an injury to Gio Lopez. On fourth-and-one...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • TARHEELTIMES.COM

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