North Carolina's Steve Belichick takes medical leave from team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 1:04 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
North Carolina defensive coordinator Steve Belichick is on medical leave, according to head coach Bill Belichick. The Tar Heels are currently practicing without him as they prepare for the upcoming season. There is no specific timetable for Steve's return, but his father stated he would be back as soon as possible. The Belichicks are entering their second season together at North Carolina after a challenging 2025 season. Concurrently, general manager Michael Lombardi is also absent from the program following a paid leave due to an internal investigation initiated by an HR complaint.
- •Steve Belichick is on medical leave from North Carolina.
- •Bill Belichick confirmed his son's absence during practice.
- •No specific return date has been provided for Steve Belichick.
- •North Carolina finished the 2025 season with a 4-8 record.
- •Lombardi is also away due to an internal investigation.
- 1:04 PMYahoo Sports — North Carolina DC Steve Belichick away from team on medical leave
"Steve Belichick came to North Carolina with his father Bill ahead of the 2025 season.
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