UNC football running back Caleb Hood will "retire from football," he announced in a social media post on Friday, Oct. 10.

"After much thought, prayer and discussion with my family, I have decided to retire from football. My journey at UNC has been special and I appreciate my time here. I am excited to start the next chapter and will always take my memories of Carolina with me," Hood wrote.

"I want to thank Coach (Bill) Belichick, Coach (Freddie) Kitchens and Coach (Natrone) Means for giving me an opportunity, as well as all my other coaches and teammates throughout my years of football for the impact they've had on my life!"

A fifth-year senior from Rockingham, Hood entered the season with 98 carries for 471 yards and two touchdowns in 26 games as a Tar Heel. Plagued by injuries, Hoo

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