What Belichick's former players are saying about him joining UNC originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
In a shocking development, legendary New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick will reportedly head to Chapel Hill to lead the North Carolina Tar Heels football program.
Belichick finalized a three-year, $30 million contract to become UNC's next head coach, according to The Athletic's Ralph D. Russo and Brendan Marks. The six-time Super Bowl champion has never previously coached a college team in his illustrious career.
Belichick joining the collegiate ranks drew plenty of stunned reactions across the football world, including from some of his former players.