Bill Belichick Secures UConn Star Pryce Yates in Transfer to UNC

The defensive MVP from the Fenway Bowl joins North Carolina as Belichick's high-profile college recruiting efforts continue.

Pryce Yates, UConn's standout defensive lineman and Fenway Bowl MVP, has committed to transferring to UNC under new head coach Bill Belichick.
Yates recorded 21 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, and 3.5 sacks in seven games during the 2024 season, despite missing time due to injury.
Belichick, hired by UNC in December to replace Mack Brown, has already secured commitments from 13 players through the transfer portal.
UConn head coach Jim Mora accused rival programs of violating NCAA rules by tampering with his players, including Yates, during the transfer process.
Speculation about Belichick returning to the NFL persists, but reports indicate his primary focus remains on building UNC's football program.