UNC defensive coordinator Steve Belichick out for TCU game in Ireland
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:23 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

The University of North Carolina football team will compete against TCU on Saturday in Dublin without defensive coordinator Steve Belichick, who remains on medical leave. Belichick has not traveled with the team since early August, and his absence is significant as the program aims to improve upon last season's 4-8 record. Bill Belichick and defensive line coach Bob Diaco have collaborated on defensive preparation, with Bill expected to make play-calling decisions during the game. The Tar Heels face a strong TCU opponent, highlighting the challenges ahead for the team this season.
- •UNC plays TCU on August 29 in Dublin, Ireland.
- •Steve Belichick is on indefinite medical leave and will not coach.
- •Last season, UNC finished 4-8 overall.
- •Bill Belichick collaborates with defensive line coach Bob Diaco on preparations.
- •The Tar Heels' defense will be tested against TCU's transfer quarterback.
- 5:23 PMYahoo Sports — UNC football will be without defensive coordinator against TCU
"The UNC football program will be without defensive coordinator Steve Belichick on Saturday.
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