Bill Belichick Begins New Role as UNC Football Head Coach

The legendary NFL coach signed a five-year, $50 million deal after a contentious hiring process and is set to transform the Tar Heels' football program.

Bill Belichick, an eight-time Super Bowl champion, has taken over as the head coach of the University of North Carolina football team, marking his first foray into college coaching.
Belichick was not UNC's initial choice, as the school pursued Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator and former Tar Heels player Arthur Smith, who ultimately declined the role.
The hiring process involved political lobbying by figures such as Secretary of State Marco Rubio and North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis, who advocated for Belichick's candidacy.
Belichick has implemented his signature coaching style, including nameless practice jerseys to emphasize team accountability, and rebuilt the coaching staff with a mix of NFL veterans and UNC alumni.
The new coach faces a challenging transition to the college game, with a focus on establishing a championship culture at a program historically overshadowed by its basketball success.