Steve Belichick on Medical Leave | North Carolina Tar Heel Football News

North Carolina football’s preseason is hitting a major snag as defensive play-caller Steve Belichick is on medical leave, with his father Bill Belichick confirming hopes for a swift return but no timeline. The Tar Heels, set to open their season against TCU in Ireland, are relying on a shared defensive staff to fill the void. Steve, a Super Bowl-winning veteran with 12 seasons in New England and a standout stint as defensive coordinator at Washington, brings elite experience to the fold. Meanwhile, general manager Michael Lombardi is also on administrative leave amid a university investigation — two key figures sidelined as the team prepares for a pivotal season. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0caa097ca68f4e2c