Belichick’s $1.8M UNC deal gets locker room support after HC confusion cleared up
WhenBill Belichick took the reins at the University of North Carolina, it marked a bold pivot for the legendary coach after decades in the NFL. Armed with a $50 million deal and an extensive 400-page vision for overhauling the Tar Heels football program, Belichick quickly set to work reshaping the team from top to bottom. The result was a nearly complete coaching staff overhaul-with just offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchens surviving the transition.While fans expected Belichick to bring in some trusted NFL names, the number of familiar faces raised eyebrows. Former Patriots personnel man Michael Lombardi came on board as General Manager. Veteran special teams coach Mike Priefer joined the fold, and All-Pro linebacker Jamie Collins was named linebackers coach. But it was the appointment of Belichick's sons-Steve as defensive coordinator and Brian as safeties coach-that drew the most scrutiny.Reports initially […]