Imagine waking up one morning, scrolling through your phone, and doing a double-take because Bill Belichick is now the face of the North Carolina Tar Heels football. Crazy right? No cap. Bill at Chapel Hill straight outta Genie’s bottle type of vibe. The internet went absolutely bonkers on December 12 when the legendary coach inked a five-year, $50 million deal with UNC. And trust me, it didn’t stop there. The man’s been moving chess pieces ever since, bringing his son Steve Belichick from Washington to coach the offensive line. Since then, Bill Belichick became the most eligible coach in football. A whole lotta NFL franchise reached out to Bill for NFL return. Bill Belichick stood his ground. Today, Belichick dropped another bombshell, proving he’s got no chill when it comes to stacking his staff, or should we call it friends?

First up, Belichick bagged longtime NFL special teams coach Mike Priefer. This man ain’t just some random hire—he’s got a résumé that screams experience. It’s all calculated move if you ask us. From serving as a special teams coordinator for NFL squads like the Chiefs, Broncos, Vikings, and Browns, to stepping in as a head coach during the Browns’ historic 2021 wild-card victory over the Steelers (their first postseason win since 1994, by the way), Priefer is a big deal.

But it’s not just the wins that make this hire interesting—it’s the connections. Priefer, like Belichick, is all about that Naval Academy life. He’s a Navy grad and even worked as a graduate assistant there. Safe to say, this hire isn’t just about X’s and O’s; it’s about trust, loyalty, and a shared vision. And let’s be real: who better to help Belichick run the Tar Heels like a pro program than a guy who’s been in the NFL trenches for 2 decades?

Belichick’s moves didn’t stop with Priefer. Enter Will Friend, a veteran SEC and Georgia offensive line coach, who’s bringing a whole lotta Southern charm and recruiting clout to Chapel Hill. Friend isn’t new to big programs—he’s worked at Georgia, Tennessee, Auburn, and Mississippi State. And last season was Western Kentucky’s offensive coordinator. Translation: the man knows how to build a wall of linemen that can crush defenses and protect the QB like it’s their full-time job (which, you know, it is).

Bill Belichick’s vision for Chapel Hill

With Priefer and Friend in the mix, Belichick’s staff is shaping up to be an NFL dream team. Add in Freddie Kitchens as offensive coordinator and Stephen Belichick running the defense, and you’ve got a crew that’s not messing around. This isn’t your typical college football staff—it’s a pro-level operation wearing Tar Heel blue.

Belichick made his intentions crystal clear during an interview with Pat McAfee. “If I were to run a college program. It would be a pipeline to the NFL for the players that had the ability to play in the NFL,” he said. “It would be an NFL program at a college level.” And boy, is he walking the talk. We talkin’ about NFL-esque training, nutrition, play schemes, coaching and techniques, ya’ll. Belichick’s not here to play it safe. He’s here to turn the Tar Heels into a powerhouse that can go toe-to-toe with SEC giants and breed 1st-rounders like its nobody’s business.

And let’s not forget the ripple effect this could have on recruiting. High school players dreaming of the NFL are going to think twice before committing anywhere else. After all, who wouldn’t want to be coached by a guy with six Super Bowl rings? Tar Heel fans buckle up. The next 5 years finna be a ride of your life cus Bill Belichick and his friends are ready to roll hot!!