What is a Tar Heel? Explaining UNC's nickname & mascot history, origin Unknown 03:46 What exactly is a Tar Heel? Explaining the origins of UNC's mascot and how its mascot — a ram — fits in with the school mythos. Share this Share on FacebookTweet on TwitterPlus on Google+ Related PostsKamaru Usman knows who he wants next after victory on Sunday | FIGHTING WORDSKaryn Bryant Michael Bisping and Yves Edwards preview UFC 220 | HIGHLIGHT | UFC FIGHT NIGHTSaints safety Williams suffers sad ending to rookie seasonJayhawks looking to avoid fifth straight loss in MorgantownDana White talks with Karyn Bryant after UFC St. Louis | HIGHLIGHT | UFC FIGHT NIGHTJeremy Stephens called out Brian Ortega after victory on Sunday | FIGHTING WORDS