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Vrabel Says Belichick Welcome at Patriots Facility After UNC Bars Patriots Scouts

Belichick has argued he is unwelcome in Foxborough, a claim he used to justify restricting New England’s in-person access at North Carolina.

Sep 7, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images
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Sep 1, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick on the field before the game at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Mike Vrabel said on WEEI that, to the best of his knowledge, Bill Belichick remains welcome at the Patriots’ facility.
  • Vrabel pointed to Belichick’s appearance at Tom Brady’s team Hall of Fame ceremony in June 2024 as evidence he has returned to Foxborough.
  • Belichick confirmed Saturday that he is blocking Patriots scouts from UNC after the Tar Heels’ 20-3 win over Charlotte, his first victory at the school.
  • Explaining the restriction, Belichick said, “It’s obvious I’m not welcome at their facility, so they’re not welcome at ours.”
  • Vrabel’s comments followed his Patriots coaching debut, a 20-13 home loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, as the dispute continues without a formal ban documented by either side.