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Bill Belichick future: Why UNC Football coach's return in 2026 is highly doubted

Just over a month into his first season, it’s already a question of whether Bill Belichick will have a second one at UNC. This is of little surprise to Josh Pate, though, based on how hiring him has gone from the start in Chapel Hill. "I highly doubt he’s the coach there in 2026. I can’t find many people up and down the ACC that think he’s going to be back." (On3.com)

THT Newsletter: The State of UNC Football, ACC Tipoff, Bryson Howard Commitment Watch

What a week! Today's newsletter addresses the state of the UNC Football program, ACC Tipoff, Bryson Howard commitment watch, and a new basketball scholarship offer. Plus, we're introduced to UNC shooting guard Jaydon Young, football commits sound off, a Fall World Series champion, more Tar Heel honors, and more. (Tar Heel Times Newsletter)

North Carolina says Belichick has 'full support' amid 2-3 start

The Bill Belichick experiment at UNC is off to a disastrous start, but no one appears ready to pull the plug just yet. Amid reports that Belichick and Carolina were in negotiations to lower the coach's buyout after a dismal start to his tenure in Chapel Hill, Belichick and the school released a joint statement Wednesday night countering those claims. (ESPN.com)

Raw Numbers Show Belichick Debut Approaching Historically Bad Turf

There’s plenty of room for intelligent debate regarding many aspects of legendary National Football League coach Bill Belichick’s ongoing attempt to succeed at the college level, but it’s not too soon to draw at least one conclusion. His first North Carolina Tar Heels team has been bad. Really, really bad. Horrifically bad. Historically bad. (Chapelboro.com)

Bill Belichick says he’s committed to UNC Football; Bubba Cunningham says Athletics has his support

UNC released statements from Bill Belichick and Athletics Director Bubba Cunningham on Wednesday evening suggesting that Belichick isn’t going anywhere. "I’m fully committed to UNC Football and the program we’re building," Belichick said. "Coach Belichick has the full support of the Department of Athletics and the University," said Cunningham. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Tar Pit Podcast - JJ Jones on Life After Carolina Football

Former UNC wide receiver JJ Jones discusses his time as a Tar Heel, what it meant to wear Tylee Craft’s number 13, being named a Campbell Trophy semifinalist, his transition to the pros, lessons learned under Coach Mack Brown, and the next step in his football career. (View Video)

Chargers Place Omarion Hampton on Injured Reserve

Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton has been placed on injured reserve with an ankle injury, coach Jim Harbaugh said. By going on IR, Hampton will miss at least the next four games. Hampton appeared to suffer the injury on a fourth-and-2 play in the third quarter of the Chargers' 27-10 loss to the Commanders on Sunday. (ESPN.com)

Cornerback Thaddeus Dixon Sidelined by Injury

UNC cornerback Thaddeus Dixon is expected to miss a significant amount of time with an injury, multiple sources confirmed. Dixon sustained the injury late the second quarter of Saturday’s game vs. Clemson, snagging an interception that was later overturned after review. Dixon was the highest-rated portal prospect the Tar Heels signed last offseason. (Inside Carolina)

How bad is Bill Belichick start with UNC football? Worse than any Tar Heels team since 1888

North Carolina Football’s first season with Bill Belichick has produced the program’s worst start against Power 4 competition since 1888. It’s been nearly 137 years since UNC played its inaugural game against Wake Forest, a 6-4 Demon Deacons win. No squad since the program’s inception has been worse than Belichick’s team through three Power 4 games. (USA Today)

UNC Cornerbacks Coach Armond Hawkins Suspended Over NCAA Violation Amid Program Dysfunction

UNC cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins has been suspended due to an alleged extra benefits violation involving the provision of sideline passes to a player's family members — a violation of NCAA rules, as first reported by The Athletic's Bruce Feldman. A source with direct knowledge confirmed Tuesday night that a violation did occur but would not elaborate. (TarHeel247)

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