Overview

• Inside Carolina first reported the in-season docuseries was scrapped, and People said a source close to the team confirmed the project is no longer in the works.
• Following a 38-10 loss to Clemson, North Carolina is 2-3 and 0-3 against Power Four opponents with additional defeats of 48-14 to TCU and 34-9 to UCF.
• WRAL’s report quoted parents and program sources describing poor communication, a fractured culture and staff concerns, including Michael Lombardi’s prominence and Belichick’s sons on defense.
• ClutchPoints, citing The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman, reported cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins is suspended during an NCAA extra-benefits investigation tied to alleged improper sideline access for a family member.
• On3’s Pete Nakos characterized Belichick as under pressure to avoid a firing, with coverage citing a buyout reported at roughly $30 million and ongoing questions about NFL scouting access.