Paul Finebaum says he was wrong, Bill Belichick ‘still has it’
Bill Belichick silenced some critics as UNC upset TCU in Ireland, prompting Paul Finebaum to change his stance on the Tar Heels coach after the upset.
The college football season kicked off with a notable matchup between the UNC Tar Heels and TCU Horned Frogs in Ireland. Despite TCU being the heavy favorite, the Tar Heels managed to stifle their opponents and emerge victorious with a 15-10 score. This surprising win provided a much-needed morale boost for Bill Belichick, whose coaching abilities have come under intense scrutiny from the media and prominent analysts like Paul Finebaum.
Initially, Finebaum had dismissed Belichick's chances, but on Monday, he acknowledged his mistake, stating that Belichick has proven he still has it. Finebaum noted that Belichick went from being an unlikely candidate to a potential bowl game contender, marking a significant turning point for his coaching career this year. While some may question the legitimacy of Belichick's success, the win against a formidable opponent suggests that he might be regaining his footing in college football.
However, Finebaum remains skeptical, pointing out the weakness of the ACC and NC State's poor performance, which further undermines the conference's standing. Nevertheless, the Tar Heels' upset win in Ireland undoubtedly lifted both Belichick's spirits and UNC's fanbase, making it more feasible for the team to justify their attendance costs.
With upcoming games against Clemson and Notre Dame looming, Belichick's next challenge will be to secure wins against these formidable opponents to solidify his reputation as a coach "still having it."
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