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On The Record: Bill Belichick and UNC Football

Year two of the Bill Belichick era in Chapel Hill is already underway. Between new coaches and the transfer portal, the team will look different, but will the results change? Pat Welter goes 'On the Record' with the WRAL Documentary Team and the WRAL Sports team to unpack what has happened since the end of the 2025 season and what's on the horizon for 2026.

'Loopholes have won the day': Cap? What cap? Spending on players growing even after NCAA settlement

Schools are promising coaches millions to build their rosters, far above the revenue-sharing limits put into place this year. Can anything stop the rising salaries?

UNC releases records, calls ex-provost's open meetings lawsuit 'premature and ill-advised'

A lawsuit filed by Chris Clemens alleges the university's board of trustees violated state law, mentioning discussions related to UNC athletics and the contract approval for Bill Belichick. The university has responded by releasing public records and a statement, asserting Clemens' claims are false.

Belichick: Time spent in media spotlight doesn't compromise time he's able to spend coaching UNC

Although the spotlight has been drawn again and again to Bill Belichick's media promotion -- for his book, a podcast, even a docuseries, the UNC coach says he spends less time on media than when he was with the NFL's New England Patriots.

Bill Belichick expresses confidence in UNC's 'process,' refutes claims he's seeking exit

Bill Belichick met the media Monday morning, a week after WRAL began reporting about divisions within the UNC football locker room, a disorganized coaching staff and a lack of communication with families.

DRAUGHON DRAWS: Good grief, UNC!

Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025-- Capitol Broadcasting Company's editorial cartoonist

Chapel Bill thrill to turmoil on the Tar Heels: UNC coach to face questions Monday

The hire of a six-time Super Bowl champion and future Pro Football Hall of Famer brought national attention to the University of North Carolina football program. But on-field struggles and concerns about the culture of the team under Bill Belichick have turned that attention from a positive to a negative just five games into the season.

UNC football reports could damage recruiting, reputation

WRAL spoke to several sources including high school football coaches, former UNC players and an NIL agent who say Bill Belichick's demeanor when it comes to recruiting and dealing with former players is starting to sour people from the program.

Student body president calls for review of UNC football program

After hearing about the dysfunction, division and concerns parents have for their children on the UNC football team, Student Body President Adolfo Alvarez says an independent review could allow for players to speak for themselves with no fears of retaliation.

UNC assistant football coach suspended, investigation into 'detrimental actions' continues

Armond Hawkins, UNC cornerbacks coach, was suspended for violating NCAA rules and is under investigation for "detrimental actions" in the football program.

UNC football criticism reflects on fan base, faculty; student leader asks for independent review

The University of North Carolina's football program, led by Bill Belichick, is facing criticism for a lack of motivation and discipline. That is starting to reflect poorly on the university as a whole.

High school coaches, former players question whether Belichick's style will succeed with recruits

Former provost, Chris Clemens, says UNC made a 'big bet' on the Belichick hire

Chris Clemens was UNC-Chapel Hill executive vice chancellor and provost until he resigned in May 2025, having sued the university alleging violations of the open meetings law in relation to discussions about the hire of coach Bill Belichick. He spoke to Bethany Pryor for UNC Sports Xtra about the big Belichick bet the university has made, and where he hopes the university will focus when it comes to the football program. (Credit: UNC Sports Xtra)

UNC & Bill Belichick Turmoil Recap with Pat Welter on the Dan Patrick Show

Bill Belichick sold his UNC football program as the "33rd NFL team." Through five games as a college football coach, the Tar Heels rank 128th in points per game out of the 136 NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) teams. Pick a stat right now, it's not good. A 38-10 loss to Clemson on Saturday was Carolina's latest embarrassment. A few weeks earlier, the stadium and student section were buzzing and brimming with optimism. Saturday versus Clemson, the stadium began to empty at halftime.

UNC senior running back will retire just 5 games into season

After five games of his redshirt senior season, UNC running back Caleb Hood on Friday announced he would "retire from football," as other players on the team and the UNC-Chapel Hill administration is closing ranks in support of head coach Bill Belichick.

Here's what Bill Belichick's UNC football contract says

WRAL looked at the specifics of Bill Belichick's contract to examine the university's options.

Players show support online while UNC Board of Trustees remain silent on Bill Belichick

Several UNC players posted their support of head coach Bill Belichick. None of the 15 UNC Board of Trustees members responded to WRAL News' request for comment.

Bill Belichick says he's committed to UNC amid reports of dysfunction

Nearly two days after reports of a toxic culture and dysfunction within UNC Football, head coach Bill Belichick said he remains committed to the program.

Legal expert breaks down Bill Belichick and UNC's coaching contract and options for both sides

Andrew Fine breaks down the complexities of Bill Belichick's coaching contract with UNC, highlighting the challenges of firing him for cause due to the ambiguous definition of "lack of institutional control." Fine also discusses notable NCAA precedents and the specifics of Belichick's buyout clause, offering insight into how such high-stakes contracts are typically structured.

Locker room fight among 2 players, 'toxic' environment and report of a coach suspended: Inside Bill Belichick's divided UNC program

In the last 24 hours, sources at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill are revealing new information about what's happening behind the scenes of Bill Belichick's football program.