Belichick, UNC Avoid Investigation Questions With Program In Flux
The Tar Heels had a bye week after upsetting TCU in Week 0.
North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick largely avoided discussing the ongoing investigation into the university's football program during his first media availability since general manager Michael Lombardi stepped down on September 3. Belichick did acknowledge the importance of the investigation, stating that the university's code of conduct and treatment of student-athletes were of utmost importance.
He also expressed no change in his relationship with the players and affirmed that the program is working to address any issues raised. The investigation reportedly questioned staff about potential drug use by defensive coordinator Steve Belichick, providing drugs to players, and sexual relationships involving recruiting staff. Steve Belichick is currently on medical leave.
Belichick declined to comment on specific questions related to the investigation, but stated that the head coach and his staff do a good job of holding players accountable on and off the field. He also mentioned that the university has not asked him to change any aspects of his program management. Belichick confirmed that the program has made some adjustments following Lombardi's resignation, but there are no updates on a potential new general manager.
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