UNC Tar Heels hiring Bill Belichick as head coach

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UNC Tar Heels hire Bill Belichick as head coach for football, passing on Arthur Smith who chose to stay in the NFL. Belichick signed a $50 million deal with UNC.

Key Points

  • Belichick signed a five-year, $50 million deal with UNC
  • Arthur Smith, former Atlanta Falcons head coach, was UNC's first choice
  • Smith had UNC history as a player and graduate assistant

Pros

  • Adding a highly successful and experienced coach to lead the UNC football program
  • Belichick's track record of eight Super Bowl championships brings prestige and attention to the team

Cons

  • Arthur Smith, the preferred choice, opted to stay in the NFL