Dan Orlovsky defends Bill Belichick ahead of UNC football season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 4:42 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Dan Orlovsky defended Bill Belichick, the head coach of North Carolina football, during ESPN's 'Get Up' ahead of the team's season opener against TCU in Dublin, Ireland. Belichick's first season was marked by challenges, with the team winning only four games. Orlovsky expressed confidence in Belichick's ability to improve the team's fundamental skills for the upcoming season, addressing criticism he has faced. North Carolina kicks off its 2026 season on Saturday at noon ET.
- •North Carolina starts the 2026 season against TCU on Saturday.
- •Belichick's first season resulted in only four wins.
- •Orlovsky emphasizes the need to improve fundamental skills.
- •The game will be held in Dublin, Ireland.
- •Kickoff is scheduled for noon ET on ESPN.
- 4:42 PMYahoo Sports — Dan Orlovsky offers rare defense of Bill Belichick, UNC football
"ESPN's Dan Orlovsky defended North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick on Thursday.
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