Growing Buzz Surrounds UNC's Bill Belichick's Coaching Career Path

Latest rumors indicate there is potential for Belichick to return to the NFL as a head coach.

Oct 31, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick on the sidelines in the second quarter against the Syracuse Orange at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images | Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

We are at that point of the year again comma when rumors and murmurs circulate. Senior NFL insider Josina Anderson reported on Tuesday that there are at least a couple of NFL teams interested in Bill Belichick for head coach vacancies.

• "At least two NFL teams are still expected to have interest in talking to Bill Belichick behind-the-scenes at the very least, about head coach Jobs this carousel season, per a league source."

• "A third team could also enter the mix with desires to talk, particularly if one specific personnel change is made under ownership, the source added."

Nov 22, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick watches play during the first half against the Duke Blue Devils at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Howard-Imagn Images | William Howard-Imagn Images

It's been multiple years since Belichick was seemingly brushed off by various NFL teams during the hiring process, but Anderson believes that the 73-year-old head coach may have had his own preferences.

• "There's more to the story of why Belichick did not end up head coaching another NFL team a couple seasons ago - with his own desires and preferences regarding workplace dynamics playing more into a part of it, than I think has been discussed, publicly known, or given real credence."

Is it Worth the Risk?

Oct 25, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick with the team before the game at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images | Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Despite Belichick's tumultuous end in New England, it appears there are still ownership groups that are willing to take a chance on the six-time Super Bowl-winning head coach, according to Anderson.

• "At any rate, Belichick still has deep respect from a number of owners across the league, and that matters."

It has not been smooth sailing for the former New England Patriots head coach in Chapel Hill. North Carolina is currently 4-7 and in 13th place in the ACC. Additionally, the Tar Heels failed to qualify for a bowl game for the first time in seven seasons.

Oct 17, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick reacts against the California Golden Bears in the first quarter at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images | Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

NFL teams need to be wary of hiring a veteran defensive coach. For example, the Las Vegas Raiders hired Pete Carroll as their head coach this past offseason, thinking it would bring stability and a winning culture. That has been far from the case as the Raiders are currently 2-9 and in last place in the AFC West.

The league has pivoted to a predominantly offensive mindset, with young offensive coordinators becoming the top candidates for head coach openings. Hiring Belichick comes with a bunch of risks, and he may not bring the value he once did years ago.

Without a doubt, Belichick has a legendary resume, but at this point, that is the only thing that the veteran head coach can lean on, as he has not had much success since Tom Brady's depar

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