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North Carolina Hires Belichick, Cuts Buyout to $1M

6/1/2025

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North Carolina has made a bold move by hiring Bill Belichick as head coach, slashing his buyout from $10 million to just $1 million as of June 1. Amid swirling rumors of his NFL comeback, Belichick faces personal challenges while committed to a contract that extends through 2029, earning $10 million annually plus performance bonuses.

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North Carolina has made a bold move by hiring Bill Belichick as head coach, slashing his buyout from $10 million to just $1 million as of June 1. Amid swirling rumors of his NFL comeback, Belichick faces personal challenges while committed to a contract that extends through 2029, earning $10 million annually plus performance bonuses.