Particle.news
Download on the App Store
3 ARTICLES
·
2h ago

UNC Backs Belichick as Buyout Talk and Compliance Woes Intensify

His contract pays roughly $20 million if UNC fires him versus $1 million if he walks, sharpening questions about the program’s next move.

Image

Overview

  • After a 2-3 start, UNC has been outscored 120-33 by Power Four foes, including a 38-10 loss to Clemson.
  • Belichick and AD Bubba Cunningham issued statements asserting commitment to each other and to the program.
  • 247Sports and journalist Ollie Connolly report preliminary dismissal conversations and that Belichick has explored buyout options, with staffers gauging outside opportunities.
  • Cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins was suspended for giving illegal sideline benefits, with additional reports of practice and recruiting violations and concerns about Belichick’s accessibility.
  • USA Today columnist Matt Hayes argued UNC should spend about $30 million to move on and target Iowa State’s Matt Campbell, a view presented as opinion.