The 72-year-old, who led the New England Patriots to six Super Bowl championships, met with UNC officials this week as the school looks to replace Mack Brown, dismissed after a 6-6 season.
According to The News & Observer, Belichick "blew them away in the interview," showcasing his unparalleled football acumen despite lacking experience in the college game.
72-year-old Bill Belichick has interviewed with the University of North Carolina regarding its head coaching vacancy, per @GrantHughesNC 🤯
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 5, 2024
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Belichick’s connection to UNC adds an interesting layer to his candidacy.
His father, Steve Belichick, was an assistant coach at the school in the 1950s, and one of Belichick’s most iconic NFL players, Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor, is a Tar Heel legend.
While the Tar Heels are also considering other candidates, including Tulane’s Jon Sumrall and Georgia defensive coordinator Glenn Schumann, Belichick’s name stands out due to his NFL legacy.
However, questions remain about whether he would embrace the recruiting grind, NIL management, and other unique challenges of the modern college football landscape. The Charlotte Observer noted Belichick’s candidacy is “extremely unlikely” given his age and the demands of the role.
“UNC is a basketball school!”
— DraftKings (@DraftKings) December 5, 2024
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For Belichick, the interview raises speculation about his future after parting ways with the Patriots in 2023.
While his genuine interest in the UNC role has sparked excitement, many believe his ultimate goal remains in the NFL, where he is just 26 wins shy of breaking Don Shula’s all-time coaching victories record.
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