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Belichick Brushes Off Giants Talk, Says He’s Focused on Wake Forest

He emphasized commitment to the Tar Heels during a 4-5 first season.

Dec 12, 2024; Chapel Hill, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels new head coach Bill Belichick speaks to those attending his hiring announcement at Loudermilk Center for Excellence. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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Oct 31, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick looks to the clock in the fourth quarter game against the Syracuse Orange at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Giants fired Brian Daboll on Monday after a 2-8 start that included multiple blown double-digit leads.
  • At a Tuesday news conference, Bill Belichick said, “Getting ready for Wake Forest, that’s all I got this week,” underscoring his focus on UNC.
  • He said he has been asked about the speculation by players or recruits but reiterated that his commitment is to preparing for Wake Forest.
  • North Carolina has won two straight to reach 4-5, and the Tar Heels need two wins in their final three games to become bowl eligible.
  • Belichick’s résumé includes six Super Bowl titles with the Patriots and two with the Giants as defensive coordinator, yet he has not indicated interest in the Giants opening.