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Bill Belichick Secures Star QB Travis Burgess as UNC Revamps Football Program

Belichick's Tar Heels finalize major roster overhaul, sell out season tickets, and face scrutiny over academic policies and off-field dynamics.

Feb 6, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Bill Belichick's UNC football program lands top QB recruit Travis Burgess, a high school standout with 3,038 passing yards, fending off Auburn's interest.
  • UNC has sold out its 2025 season tickets despite a 25% price increase, signaling heightened fan interest under Belichick's leadership.
  • Reports indicate UNC lowered academic standards to support Belichick's roster overhaul, which includes over 60 transfer players for the upcoming season.
  • Michael Jordan gifted exclusive UNC-themed Air Jordan sneakers to Belichick and his team, underscoring the program's evolving brand partnerships.
  • UNC denies reports of banning Belichick's girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, from football facilities, as her involvement raises questions about the program's focus.