Bill Belichick, UNC players to join ACC Kickoff in Charlotte
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Bill Belichick and key North Carolina players including defensive lineman Melkart Abou-Jaoude, offensive lineman Christo Kelly, and wide receiver Jordan Shipp will participate in the ACC Kickoff on Friday, July 17, in Charlotte. They will preview the 2026 season during a full-day event, engaging with media outlets including ESPN and Sirius XM. Abou-Jaoude had a standout season with 10.5 sacks last year, while Shipp led Tar Heels receivers with 60 catches. Kelly, returning from injury, is expected to play a crucial role in the offensive line. North Carolina opens the season against TCU in Dublin on August 29.
- •Bill Belichick leads UNC's presence at ACC Kickoff.
- •Abou-Jaoude recorded 10.5 sacks last season.
- •Shipp led UNC wide receivers with 60 catches.
- •Kelly returns as a key offensive line member.
- •UNC plays TCU in Dublin on August 29.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Bill Belichick and UNC stars head to ACC Kickoff
"Bill Belichick and key Tar Heels players will preview the 2026 season at the upcoming ACC Kickoff event in Charlotte.
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