""Some of the reports out last week about my looking for a buyout and trying to leave here and all that, it's just categorically false. There's zero truth to any of that," Belichick said Monday. "Glad I'm here. We're working towards our goals and the process. I've had great support from Chancellor (Lee) Roberts, Bubba, Steve (Newmark) and so forth, Mike Lombardi. Those people have all been great and I appreciate all their help on everything.""
"Beyond several blowout losses to Power-Four opponents this fall, Belichick's tenure at Chapel Hill has been undercut with several reports painting the picture of a dysfunctional program ill-equipped to handle with today's collegiate environment. Last week, Ollie Connolly of The Guardian posted on X that Belichick "has discussed buyout options with North Carolina's hierarchy." Connolly added that Belichick has presented "a willingness to trigger his own $1 million buyout if he can find a soft landing with another team or in [the] media.""
Bill Belichick publicly denied reports that he is seeking a buyout and said claims of trying to leave North Carolina are categorically false. He affirmed his commitment to UNC, praised support from university leaders and staff, and emphasized belief in the process and steady work. The Carolina program has suffered blowout losses to Power-Four opponents and faced reports describing dysfunction and poor adaptation to modern college football. Reports cited by Ollie Connolly claimed Belichick had discussed buyout options and considered triggering a $1 million buyout to pursue other opportunities, with some staffers predicting imminent change.
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