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UNC Defensive Coordinator Steve Belichick on Medical Leave as Team Preps for Ireland Opener

Steve Belichick, UNC’s defensive coordinator, is currently on medical leave. Coach Bill Belichick announced his son’s leave on Aug. 6, noting a swift return is expected. The entire defensive staff will share coaching responsibilities, and the Tar Heels will open the 2026 season against TCU in Ireland, a noon kickoff streamed on ESPN. Coverage notes from Rodd Baxley are available for further questions.

Aug 16, 2026

UNC’s Turbulent Second Season Under Bill Belichick

The University of North Carolina has placed defensive coordinator Steve Belichick on medical leave after a sudden illness, while head coach Bill Belichick's second season shows a 4‑8 record. General manager Michael Lombardi, the highest‑paid GM in college football, has been put on paid administrative leave amid an internal probe. The Tar Heels are set to open their campaign against TCU in Dublin, Ireland, on August 29.

Aug 16, 2026

UNC Defense Adapts as Steve Belichick Takes Medical Leave

With defensive coordinator Steve Belichick on medical leave, the University of North Carolina relies on an experienced staff and player camaraderie to keep its defense sharp for the upcoming clash with TCU in Ireland.

Aug 9, 2026

LSU Eyes Top 25 as 2026 College Football Season Looms

The 2026 college football season begins with Week 0 games on Aug. 29, featuring North Carolina vs. TCU in Dublin, while the US LBM Coaches Poll will be released on Aug. 4. LSU, under new head coach Lane Kiffin, hopes to break into the preseason rankings after a 7‑6 2025 season and a major roster overhaul.

Aug 3, 2026

Countdown to a Dublin Showdown

The Horned Frogs will open their 2026 campaign against North Carolina in Dublin on August 29, honoring former star wide receiver Mike Renfro whose number 26 matches the days remaining until kickoff.

Aug 3, 2026