Bill Belichick’s first win with UNC football at Charlotte a ‘small step’ for Tar Heels

Posted Sep 7, 2025
It was almost as if Bill Belichick was speaking through Gavin Gibson in the Charlotte 49ers’ media room. Following UNC football’s 20-3 win at Charlotte on Saturday, Belichick’s first victory in college, Gibson channeled his coach by keeping things in perspective for the Tar Heels after their win against the Niners. "For Bill, this is just a small step." (MSN.com)

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