Why Hiring Bill Belichick Was a Risk U.N.C. Couldn’t Afford Not to Take

The Major Bill Belichick Twist That Didn’t Come to Fruition

Belichick took great pleasure in torturing the New York Jets over his years as the Patriots coach. But his deal with U.N.C. takes the cake.

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Bill Belichick reached out to Jets about their vacancy before taking UNC job, AP source says

A person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press that Bill Belichick contacted the New York Jets about their head coaching vacancy before accepting the job at North Carolina

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Bill Belichick’s Hiring Inspires Chapel Bill Shirts and Cutoff Hoodies

Chapel Hill has embraced North Carolina’s hiring of a legendary N.F.L. coach, with “Chapel Bill” shirts and cutoff hoodies.

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Why did Bill Belichick go to UNC? Bill O'Brien gives interesting take

Why college football and not the NFL for Bill Belichick? BC coach Bill O'Brien joined the Patriots Talk Podcast to discuss that topic and more.

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Why Hiring Bill Belichick Was a Risk U.N.C. Couldn’t Afford Not to Take

The Tar Heels, for the first time in their football existence, are all in, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

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Why Bill Belichick Abandoned the Hope of Landing an N.F.L. Job

Belichick, the most prepared figure in the league for so long, had to recognize a chilling reality.

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Why North Carolina Is Going to Regret Hiring Bill Belichick

What works in the N.F.L. doesn’t necessarily work in college. Belichick and U.N.C. may find out the hard way, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

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Bill Belichick hired by UNC: Here's why legendary coach's return to the NFL is still possible

Don't sleep on Belichick's possible return to the NFL

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Bill Belichick has nothing left to prove. So why did he take a college coaching job?

Newly hired University of North Carolina football coach Bill Belichick insisted Thursday he's sold on the college game and not looking for a steppingstone back to pro ball.

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NFL world reacts with excitement, surprise, questions after Bill Belichick is hired to coach UNC

Bill Belichick is already the most decorated coach in NFL history

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Bill Belichick introduced as North Carolina coach, explains why he took job: 'I didn't come here to leave'

It was mostly smiles during Belichick's introductory press conference as UNC coach

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Who is joining Belichick at UNC? Tracking coaching staff hires

Bill Belichick already has begun hiring familiar faces at North Carolina. Here's an updated list of UNC football's coaching staff hires.

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Bill Belichick viewed this NFL job as the most attractive opening, but didn't think he'd get hired, per report

The legendary coach took his talents to the college ranks

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Longtime Bill Belichick associate dishes on why legendary NFL coach chose college job and how he'll transition

One of Belichick's former Patriots executives shares key insights

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Bill Belichick’s girlfriend has perfect response to news of his North Carolina hiring

Belichick led the New England Patriots to six Super Bowl wins

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North Carolina hires Bill Belichick; NBA Cup semifinals set; Garrett Crochet switches Sox

The six-time Super Bowl champ signs a five-year, $50 million deal to helm UNC

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Bill Belichick makes surprise move to college football

The North Carolina Tar Heels have hired six-time Super Bowl winner and former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick as their head coach.

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Bill Belichick likely to benefit from this new Pro Football Hall of Fame rule after hiring at North Carolina

Here's why Bill Belichick could now be entering the Hall of Fame before Tom Brady

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Bill Belichick has nothing left to prove. So why is he starting again in college?

The architect of six Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots is taking his first steps in college football. But there are sound reasons for his decision. Bill Belichick, the most successful ...

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Bill Belichick to North Carolina reaction: Why college football, NFL figures either love -- or hate -- hire

Our phones and tape recorders lit up as Belichick and North Carolina closed in on a deal

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North Carolina announces 5-year deal with Bill Belichick to take over as coach of the Tar Heels

North Carolina and Bill Belichick have agreed to a five-year deal for the six-time Super Bowl-winning head coach to become the Tar Heels’ next football coach

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Bill Belichick hired by North Carolina: How Drake Maye, Lawrence Taylor, others reacted to the stunning news

Belichick, 72, is bringing his coaching expertise to the college ranks

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Bill Belichick Is Taking the Coaching Job at North Carolina

The six-time Super Bowl champion has never coached at the college level.

The New York Times - 2d

North Carolina hires Bill Belichick: Tar Heels invest like title contender, but now it's time for results

North Carolina football has made a landscape-shifting hire, but that alone won't change how it is viewed nationally

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Bill Belichick Is Said to Be Taking the Coaching Job at North Carolina

Belichick, who won six Super Bowls with the New England Patriots, will work as a head coach at the college level for the first time.

The New York Times - 2d

North Carolina hires Bill Belichick: Legendary NFL coach, 72, joins college ranks in stunning career move

Belichick's hire leads to the six-time Super Bowl champion giving up pursuit of the NFL all-time wins record

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Bill Belichick, North Carolina contract details: Official terms trickle out as Tar Heels announce hire

Belichick doubles his predecessor in salary, but a deal this short had insiders skeptical

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North Carolina hires Bill Belichick: Ranking 15 NFL head-coaching candidates for 2025 cycle

Here's a look at the top names to monitor

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For North Carolina, the risk of hiring Bill Belichick is worth it

Plenty of NFL coaches have gone to the college ranks and failed. But this is a new era in college sports, and Belichick with his 8 Super Bowl rings could deliver big.

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Report: Bill Belichick has offer to coach UNC

The ball is in Bill Belichick's court.

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Bill Belichick and North Carolina’s Complicated Coaching Search

Finding someone to replace the program’s all-time winningest coach, Mack Brown, has proven tougher than the Tar Heels initially thought.

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I can afford my life. Why can’t I be less anxious about money?

Being self-employed, I am familiar with my bank account’s ebbs and flows. My worries about money aren’t entirely rooted in reality. Being self-employed, I am familiar with my bank account’s ebbs ...

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Bill Belichick open to taking UNC job after second meeting with school, doesn't want to be shut out of job

The six-time Super Bowl champion doesn't want to be shut out again this coaching cycle

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The Bill Belichick-U.N.C. Situation Revealed the Challenges of Coach Searches

Four college athletic directors opened up about what goes on behind the scenes.

The New York Times - Dec. 7

Why North Carolina interviewing Bill Belichick is just a giant publicity stunt (that got the desired results)

The greatest NFL coach of all time isn't coming to Chapel Hill, folks

CBS Sports - Dec. 7

The Chiefs are in the Chargers’ way. That’s why they hired Jim Harbaugh.

When the Michigan Wolverines hired Jim Harbaugh as their head coach in December 2014, the task was obvious: Beat Ohio State and return the school to national relevance.

NBC News - Dec. 7

Why Bill Belichick to North Carolina isn't a totally wild idea

Yes, age is a concern when it comes to the 72-year-old Belichick, but we've seen how NIL and the transfer portal allow college programs to turn around overnight.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6