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Steve Belichick resigns as UNC defensive coordinator as football investigation concludes
September 17, 2026 at 03:27 PM
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Defensive coordinator Steve Belichick has resigned from North Carolina's football program as the university concludes an investigation into team conduct.
- Steve Belichick's resignation takes effect Oct. 27 following a medical leave announced in preseason camp.
- The school said the investigation found actions showing "disregard for Carolina's values and standards of conduct" that were isolated in scope and not a systemic failure.
- General manager Michael Lombardi resigned earlier this month while the investigation was underway.
- Two players face charges after a traffic stop, with Keeyun Chapman suspended indefinitely and both listed as out for Saturday's game at Clemson.

