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Belichick Says His Focus Is UNC’s Wake Forest Game as Giants Vacancy Drives Talk

The 73-year-old first-year Tar Heels coach deflected Giants questions, emphasizing commitment to this week.

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
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 31: Head coach Bill Belichick of the North Carolina Tar Heels looks on during the first quarter against the Syracuse Orange at JMA Wireless Dome on October 31, 2025 in Syracuse, New York. (Photo by Bryan Bennett/Getty 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

Overview

  • Belichick told reporters, “Getting ready for Wake Forest, that’s all I got this week,” when asked about the Giants opening.
  • He said players and recruits have asked about the speculation and reiterated his short-term commitment to North Carolina.
  • Coverage noted he did not explicitly rule out an NFL return, keeping future possibilities unresolved.
  • The Giants created the vacancy by firing Brian Daboll on Monday after a 2-8 start to the season.
  • UNC has won two straight to reach 4-5 as it pursues bowl eligibility, while sportsbooks currently give Lane Kiffin shorter odds for the Giants job than Belichick.