Overview

• Belichick and athletics director Bubba Cunningham issued brief statements Wednesday night saying the coach remains fully committed and has the university’s support.
• Reporting from The Guardian says Belichick has discussed buyout options and could trigger a $1 million self-buyout if he secures another landing spot, while firing him without cause would cost UNC north of $20 million per CBS Sports.
• Cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins was suspended over alleged extra benefits to a player’s family, and multiple outlets report compliance findings under review that could influence any contractual resolution.
• Sources cited by reporters say assistants have contacted other programs and describe recent communication from Belichick as “weird” and “distant,” with some expecting potential movement within roughly two weeks.
• On the field, UNC is 2-3 and has been outscored 120-33 by Power Four opponents, including a 38-10 loss to Clemson; the Tar Heels visit Cal on Oct. 17.