Bill Belichick addresses internal program investigation at North Carolina
4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 9:09 PM
Last updated Sep 7, 2026
North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick stated Monday that his football program maintains a commitment to proper conduct amid an ongoing university investigation. The school’s internal review follows the resignation of general manager Michael Lombardi, who had been placed on paid administrative leave in late July. UNC vice chancellor for communications Dean Stoyer issued a statement confirming the university continues to support Belichick. Reports indicate the investigation has expanded to include inquiries regarding potentially inappropriate relationships within the program. Despite the off-field scrutiny, the Tar Heels prepare for their upcoming home debut against East Tennessee State following a season-opening win over TCU in Ireland. Belichick characterized his relationship with school leadership as supportive while noting that the team remains focused on on-field performance ahead of the next game.
- •Bill Belichick affirmed his responsibility for maintaining program standards during a media session.
- •General manager Michael Lombardi resigned while the school’s Office of University Counsel continues its probe.
- •University officials confirmed ongoing support for the coaching staff despite the recent administrative developments.
- •North Carolina holds a 1-0 record following a victory over TCU on August 29.
- •The team hosts East Tennessee State for its home debut this Saturday.
- 9:48 PMESPN — Belichick: UNC focused on 'doing things properly'
- 8:41 PMThe Guardian Sport — Belichick denies he has lost control of UNC football program amid off-field turmoil
- 8:17 PMYahoo Sports — Amid another distraction, UNC's Belichick says program focused on 'doing things properly'
"Former general manager has resigned post Belichick’s son Steve is on medical leave School has launched investigation into program North Carolina football coach Bill Belichick said on Monday he believes his program “totally” has an atmosphere of following rules amid an investigation into its conduct. “Obviously everybody’s responsible, including me, for doing things properly,” Belichick said. “And we intend to do that.” Continue reading...
"North Carolina coach Bill Belichick said Monday he believes his program “totally” had an atmosphere of following rules amid a school investigation into conduct within his football program. “Obviously everybody’s responsible, including me, for doing things properly,” Belichick said. Later Monday, a school spokesman issued a statement backing the 74-year-old Belichick, who won six Super Bowl titles with the NFL's New England Patriots.
"Bill Belichick said Monday he believes UNC "totally" had an atmosphere of following rules amid a school investigation into conduct within his football program.
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External links- ESPNSep 7, 2026, 9:48 PMBelichick: UNC focused on 'doing things properly'
Bill Belichick said Monday he believes UNC "totally" had an atmosphere of following rules amid a school investigation into conduct within his football program.
- The Guardian SportSep 7, 2026, 8:41 PMBelichick denies he has lost control of UNC football program amid off-field turmoil
Former general manager has resigned post Belichick’s son Steve is on medical leave School has launched investigation into program North Carolina football coach Bill Belichick said on Monday he believes his program “totally” has an atmosphere of following rules amid an investigation into its conduct. “Obviously everybody’s responsible, including me, for doing things properly,” Belichick said. “And we intend to do that.” Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsSep 7, 2026, 8:17 PMAmid another distraction, UNC's Belichick says program focused on 'doing things properly'
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick said Monday he believes his program “totally” had an atmosphere of following rules amid a school investigation into conduct within his football program. “Obviously everybody’s responsible, including me, for doing things properly,” Belichick said. Later Monday, a school spokesman issued a statement backing the 74-year-old Belichick, who won six Super Bowl titles with the NFL's New England Patriots.
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