Steve Belichick remains absent as North Carolina football season opens in Dublin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:10 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Steve Belichick is not expected to join the North Carolina Tar Heels for their season opener against TCU on Saturday in Dublin, Ireland. This absence follows his indefinite medical leave that began in early August. During his absence, his father, head coach Bill Belichick, along with defensive line coach Bob Diaco, has been managing the defense. Bill Belichick has not addressed the impact of his son’s absence on game preparation or the defense. North Carolina’s defense under Steve Belichick showed promise last season despite the team's struggles, allowing 21 points or fewer in four consecutive games, a notable performance in the ACC.
- •Steve Belichick is on indefinite medical leave.
- •North Carolina opens its season against TCU in Dublin.
- •Bill Belichick and Bob Diaco are currently managing the defense.
- •North Carolina finished last season with a 4-8 record.
- •The game against TCU will be televised nationally on ESPN.
- 5:10 AMYahoo Sports — Latest Steve Belichick News Furthers Cloud Looming Over North Carolina
"Furthering the cloud of uncertainty and drama that’s constantly loomed over the North Carolina football program, Steve Belichick is not expected to be with the Tar Heels as they open their season on Saturday in Dublin, Ireland.As first reported by On3 Sports and followed by others, Belichick, who serves as defensive coordinator under his father, […] The post Latest Steve Belichick News Furthers Cloud Looming Over North Carolina appeared first on HEAVY.
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