Bill Belichick, an eight-time Super Bowl champion, reportedly interviewed for the University of North Carolina’s head coaching vacancy. The Tar Heels’ coaching position opened after UNC parted ways with Mack Brown, creating an opportunity for the team to seek new leadership. Belichick has no college coaching experience, and concerns about his age have led many to believe it’s unlikely he will take the role.

His NFL resume includes 302 career wins, eight Super Bowl titles, and 12 Super Bowl appearances, making him one of football’s most accomplished coaches. Many believe his NFL expertise would translate well to modern NIL-driven college recruiting, where financial incentives now play a major role.

Critics, however, have argued his coaching style wouldn’t fit college football’s demands, especially in recruiting environments.

Bill Belichick makes red carpet appearance with Jordon Hudson as head coaching rumors swirl https://t.co/kyzKqvLy2n pic.twitter.com/EIK4hn4I9Y

— New York Post (@nypost) December 6, 2024

Belichick made headlines after attending The Museum Gala in New York City with his 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, marking their first red carpet appearance.

One social media user joked, “Dude is playing with fire trying to date someone 24 and be a college coach ha.”

CBS Sports wrote that the interview with UNC is a “giant publicity stunt,” part of a “carefully orchestrated dance that is a coaching search.”

Belichick, 72, parted ways with the Patriots in January after 24 seasons and six Super Bowl titles. His UNC interview is his first known college-level coaching meeting.

Since leaving the Patriots, Belichick has joined ESPN as an analyst, launched a football show, and made multiple public appearances alongside Hudson.