As expected, Steve Belichick Will join his father, Bill Belichick. As the Tar Heels’ defensive coordinator at North Carolina, According to multiple reports.
Steve Belichick will coach his final game as Washington’s defensive coordinator in the Huskies’ Sun Bowl matchup against Louisville on New Year’s Eve, according to ESPN. His $1.2 million buyout in Washington will expire after the game, and Belichick is expected to sign a contract with UNC soon. According to the report, Washington has already spoken with candidates to replace Belichick.
News of Steve Belichick’s impending departure for UNC comes weeks after North Carolina hired Bill Belichick as head coach. Bill Belichick, a six-time Super Bowl champion with the New England Patriots, stunned the football world by taking his first college coaching job at age 72. He was sidelined for one season. Stepping down as New England coach When he signed with UNC.
Steve Belichick spent 12 seasons on his father’s staff with the Patriots in multiple roles from 2012 to 2023. He spent his final four seasons playing for New England’s defense while serving as the linebackers coach.
After Bill Belichick and the Patriots parted ways, Steve joined Washington coach Jed Fish’s staff as defensive coordinator. He would leave the Huskies after just one season on staff. Washington’s defense ranks 27th in the nation in yards allowed with 324.8 per game.
