Former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick has met with North Carolina officials multiple times about the school’s head-coaching vacancy. The 72-year-old six-time Super Bowl winner is reportedly intrigued with college football and open to either coaching in the NCAA or NFL. His son, Steve Belichick, who is Washington’s defensive coordinator, may have influenced his interest.
Belichick has been involved with the Huskies staff at Washington and has shown a strong investment in the program. His grandfather-like presence has helped him build relationships with college players and coaches alike. The Patriots parted ways with Belichick after 24 seasons, but he remains a highly sought-after coach.
With three NFL teams firing their coaches this season, Belichick could be an attractive option for teams looking to make a change. He has been exploring the possibility of returning to coaching in 2025, according to sources close to the situation. However, no decision on who the Tar Heels want to hire is imminent, and it’s unclear how serious both sides are about continuing talks.
Belichick’s experience with the Huskies staff has given him a unique perspective on college football, and he believes that his scheme can be effective in this environment. The 333-win coach is now 14 victories shy of matching Don Shula’s NFL coaching record, making his potential return to coaching highly significant.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5972922/2024/12/05/bill-belichick-unc-football-coach-candidates