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Bill Belichick Secures Key Transfers to Reshape UNC Football Roster

Gio Lopez and Adrian Wilson headline Belichick's aggressive transfer portal strategy as UNC addresses roster gaps ahead of the 2025 season.

Overview

  • Former South Alabama quarterback Gio Lopez has committed to UNC on a two-year, $4 million contract, bringing three years of eligibility and dual-threat capabilities to the Tar Heels' quarterback room.
  • Four-star wide receiver Adrian Wilson, previously committed to Colorado under Deion Sanders, has also joined UNC, adding speed and potential to the offense.
  • These acquisitions come after the departure of quarterback Ryan Browne, who re-entered the transfer portal just months after transferring to UNC from Purdue.
  • Defensive end Beau Atkinson, UNC's 2024 sack leader, has also entered the transfer portal, leaving a significant gap in the Tar Heels' defense.
  • Belichick's inaugural roster overhaul reflects an NFL-inspired approach, with key additions and departures reshaping the team for his first season in college football.