From OutKick · Mark Harris · · 50s
Bill Belichick son steps down from UNC defense
Steve Belichick resigns as North Carolina defensive coordinator amid culture investigation closure
In brief
Steve Belichick resigns as North Carolina defensive coordinator amid culture investigation closure Steve Belichick resigned from UNC's defense after internal investigation found isolated misconduct, not systemic failure Originally reported by OutKick.
Resignation confirmed
Steve Belichick resigned as North Carolina's defensive coordinator following an internal investigation into the football program's culture.
Investigation closed
The university found misconduct was isolated and not a systemic failure within the football program.
Medical leave
Bill Belichick stated Steve was on medical leave, which ended Oct 27, 2026, for his resignation to take effect.
Suspension noted
Wide receiver Keeyun Chapman suspended indefinitely after an incident Tuesday night.
Team record
North Carolina started 2026 with two wins over TCU and East Tennessee State.
The one thing
Steve Belichick resigned from UNC's defense after internal investigation found isolated misconduct, not systemic failure
