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 PostsDolphins, Jets to play in first back-to-back NFL games in nearly 30 yearsWhen does the NFL season start in 2020? Week 1 schedule, matchups, dates for possible coronavirus delaysNew star Oh looks to role-model Kim as K League resumesWhich NFL team has the best chance to start the season 3-0 | NFL on FOXColin Cowherd on Week 2 of the NFL schedule, calls Seahawks ‘best team in the league’Highlights, lowlights as NFL teams get creative with 2020 schedule releases on social media