Belichick sidesteps UNC’s anti-nepotism policy as he hires his two sons as assistant coaches

April 11, 2025 Mia Khatib
BIll Belichick sits alongside Chancellor Lee Roberts during his first UNC press conference (Jon Gardiner/ UNC Media Relations)

Carolina football has been center stage since National Football League legend Bill Belichick was hired as head coach in December. Belichick coached the New England Patriots for 24 seasons, leading them to six Super Bowl titles. Now he’s bringing the pro model to UNC, and with it, an NFL-experienced coaching staff that includes his two sons. 

Mia Khatib speaks to sports experts about nepotism in sports and the impact Belichick’s hiring has on UNC.

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