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University of North Carolina Tar Heel Quarter Back Max Johnson Rides Shotgun in ZIPS “Car Wash Convos™”
Prior to his 2024 injury, Max made the ZIPS Roster for Season 3 of “Car Wash Convos”, and he shares in his episode his “never give up” mentality.
CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Dec. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ZIPS “Car Wash Convos” rolls into Chapel Hill today to kick off the first UNC episode of Season 3 with Max Johnson, University of North Carolina Tar Heel Quarterback. Max rides shot gun to Kaitlyn Schmidt, UNC Alumni and returning ZIPS Host for Season 3. In his episode, fans will see some of his true grit and determination, what it was like growing up with his NFL Quarterback dad and his perfect post-game meal.
Don’t miss one of the 18 episodes releasing this season – watch now on YouTube and Instagram and follow @zipscarwash for more engaging student-athlete content.
Rebecca Latacz, Chief Marketing Officer, ZIPS Car Wash: “We’re proud to support Max and his team through our partnership with the University of North Carolina – even in a season where we haven’t been able to see Max’s true talents shine due to an injury. We know his future is bright both on and off the field and we’re excited to give fans a glimpse into his personality through his episode of ZIPS Car Wash Convos.”
It’s a great day to be a Tar Heel with the new ZIPS mobile app. Click here to download and earn a free wash today. Fans can use code MAX14 in the ZIPS app for $10 off a Pro Wash. Offer valid 12/5/24 – 1/2/25 only in the ZIPS app. Limit one use per app account.
Who is Max Johnson?
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A four-year veteran at quarterback at both LSU and Texas A&M with two years of eligibility remaining
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Appeared in 30 games, starting 22 and went 474-of-784 (60.5%) for 5,852 yards and 47 TDs during his four-year collegiate career
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Appeared in eight games, starting five, in 2023 and passed for 1,452 yards and nine TDs, while completing 62% of his passes
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Started three of his four games in 2022 before his season was cut short due to injury
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Started all 12 games as a sophomore at LSU and finished the season 225-of-373 (60.3%) for 2,814 yards and 27 TDs
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Max plans to return to UNC for the 2025 Season.
Max Johnson: “Car Wash Convos is a fun approach to NIL that I’m proud to be a part of. ZIPS and the team made it fun for me to share personal stories, answer random questions and give fans a chance to see my personality.”
Car Wash Convos™
ZIPS student-athlete roster of 18 male and female student-athletes representing six universities for Season 3 were sourced by NIL marketplace leader Opendorse on behalf of ZIPS and Learfield, the school’s athletics multimedia rightsholder which has a national relationship with ZIPS. “Car Wash Convos™” was created in partnership and produced by Learfield Studios, a leader in college athletics original content. Season 1 of “Car Wash Convos™” resulted in more than 4 million impressions and over 2 million video views, and Season 2 boasts over 13 million video views across the 22 episodes representing male and female student-athletes from eight sports.
The North Carolina Tar Heels will be a young program across the board next season, with well over two dozen freshmen and numerous additions from the transfer portal this offseason. Expectations for the 2026 season are lowered dramatically after a disastrous first season for head coach Bill Belichick, though those expectations could help the Tar Heels fly under the radar.
As the Tar Heels approach the end of spring ball, it is time to look at the veterans of the team—the ones who have the experience to lead, especially on the defensive side of the ball. Let’s look at three underrated seniors for the 2026 football season.
Ade Willie, Cornerback
Willie joins the Tar Heels program after four years with Michigan State, as the former 4-star player in the 2022 recruiting class gets an opportunity to not only provide depth to the secondary, but potentially start Week 0 against TCU.
Willie played in over 30 games with the Spartans and brings experience in the secondary at cornerback and safety, along with quality length and closing speed to the football. For a defense that needs players to step up, the redshirt senior from IMG Academy will be asked to do so.
Isaiah Johnson, Defensive Lineman
The defensive line is beginning to look like one of the Tar Heels’ strengths for the 2026 season. Johnson, a former transfer from Arizona, enters his redshirt senior year looking to add another year of production after 40 tackles and two sacks this past season.
North Carolina has an impressive group of starters with Malkart Abou-Jaoude, Leroy Jackson, and incoming transfer Jaylen Harvey. Johnson adds value to the group as a run defender with the ability to penetrate the pocket. While not discussed as a key player, Johnson’s name will be used plenty during the regular season as a potential standout for the program’s defensive front.
Coleman Bryson, Safety
Bryson was a reserve player for the Tar Heels’ secondary last season as a big nickel defender in the rotation. Heading into his redshirt senior year, the former Minnesota Gopher is looking to become a full-time starter in the secondary.
It wasn’t long ago when Bryson was making plays as the 2022 Pinstripe Bowl Defensive MVP. His special teams abilities were valuable for North Carolina last season, and he flashed at times in coverage against tight ends, including a pass breakup in the season-opener against TCU. The Waynesville, North Carolina, native could be a key defender on the back-seven in 2026.
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Friends and family members gathered in Washington state on Saturday, remembering former Miss North Carolina Carrie Everett, who died on Easter Sunday. Another memorial service is planned in North Carolina next month.
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Virginia 3, North Carolina 0 | First Quarter
Virginia 3, North Carolina 0 | Q1 8:19
After a faceoff win by Henry Metz, Brendan Millon finds Truitt Sunderland to give the Hoos a 3-0 lead. Timeout North Carolina.
Virginia 2, North Carolina 0 | Q1 9:00
Brendan Millon gets the scoring started for the Cavaliers with a question mark style goal. On the defensive end, Jake Marek opens the game with three early saves with his third save setting up a transition goal by Tommy Snyder.
Virginia vs North Carolina pregame notes
UVA owns a 59-33 advantage since the series began in 1938.
The 59 wins are UVA’s most against any opponent in program history (followed by 51 against Duke).
In Chapel Hill last year, the Tar Heels defeated the Cavaliers 18-9, snapping UVA’s six-game series win streak.
UVA has won nine of the last 11 meetings, dating back to 2018.
The Hoos have won the last two meetings with Carolina at Klöckner Stadium, 11-4 in 2022 and 14-6 in 2024.
The Tar Heels’ four goals in 2022 marked the fewest goals in a game under Joe Breschi, who was named UNC’s head coach in 2006.
The last time the Tar Heels knocked off the Cavaliers at Klöckner was a 16-13 decision during the first of three games between the two teams in 2021.
Later that year, UVA claimed back-to-back meetings against the Heels, including in the NCAA semifinals on the way to capturing the 2021 national title over Maryland.
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