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)

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