Bill Belichick open to adding players cut from NFL rosters Posted Aug 21, 2026 Could UNC add players cut from NFL rosters? Coach Bill Belichick said he is looking into a federal judge’s decision Wednesday granting a temporary restraining order that would allow some of them to enter the transfer portal. With classes already underway, it would be a challenge. "We are looking into that. There are a few more hoops to jump through." (Tar Heel Tribune)