UNC Football GM Michael Lombardi working to implement NFL-style approach under Bill Belichick

Posted Feb 12, 2025
Michael Lombardi is a key piece of Bill Belichick’s foray into college coaching, the general manager charged with reshaping the UNC football program into a mini pro franchise. Fittingly, the former NFL executive’s days sound a lot like they did in the league, so he can be forgiven if he occasionally slips up by referencing a "draft board" when discussing recruiting. (Associated Press)

Related: Football, Tar Heels in the NFL

Video: IC Football Recruiting Podcast - Scouting UNC's Defensive Line
Jason Staples and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss UNC Football's three recent defensive line commits: Joseph Mupoyi, Isaiah Johnson, and D'Antre Robinson. Staples also...
Thu May 1, 2025

Lawrence Taylor and the 1980 Tar Heels caught Bill Belichick’s eye
Lawrence Taylor changed the game of football. And his first position coach in the NFL is now the head coach at UNC. Bill Belichick probably...
Thu May 1, 2025

UNC pass rusher Kaimon Rucker invited to Philadelphia Eagles rookie minicamp
Former UNC star pass rusher Kaimon Rucker has been invited to the Philadelphia Eagles' rookie minicamp. Rucker played five seasons for the Tar Heels and...
Wed Apr 30, 2025

Bill Belichick, UNC Release Statement About CBS Interview
North Carolina Football Coach Bill Belichick released a statement Wednesday afternoon regarding his interview over the weekend with CBS that has gone viral with respect...
Wed Apr 30, 2025