Bill Belichick out recruiting high schools as commitments roll in, UNC staff comes together

Posted Jan 6, 2025
Bill Belichick was on the road Monday recruiting high school football players in North Carolina along with his son, Tar Heels defensive coordinator Steve Belichick. Belichick secured his 12th transfer-portal commitment Monday when East Carolina defensive back Gavin Gibson joined fellow former Pirate, defensive end C.J. Mims, in committing to UNC. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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