This college football season? Absolute chaos. We’ve got the first-ever 12-team playoff format, Alabama missing the cut, and Deion Sanders getting cooked by every “relevant team” he faced. But the biggest plot twist? Bill Belichick coming to college ball & sign a $50 million deal with UNC. Oh, and just for kicks, he pulled his son, Steve Belichick, out of Washington and handed him the Defensive Coordinator gig in Chapel Hill. It’s giving “mastermind moves,” but hold up—what if this is just part of Bill’s ultimate plan to stage a comeback in the NFL?

When Belichick made his UNC debut, the sports world collectively lost it. Six Super Bowl rings and now a college gig? It felt like MJ playing baseball—unexpected but still iconic. Then came the family reunion: Steve Belichick joined the Tar Heels’ staff. Fans saw it as Bill reliving the Patriots dynasty vibes, but Colin Cowherd dropped a bombshell that flipped the narrative. According to him, Big Bill’s stint at Chapel Hill might be a stepping stone back to the NFL, with Philly or Buffalo as potential landing spots.

Colin ‘the hot take’ Cowherd, never one to hold back, went full of conspiracy theorist as usual on The Herd. After shading Eagles coach Nick Sirianni for a sideline meltdown with former Eagles TE Zach Ertz after the crazy game against the Washington Commanders where former LSU QB Jayden Daniel threw 5 td, including a game-winning TD, Cowherd pivoted: “If Philly loses early in the playoffs, Belichick could get out of his contract in July.” Oh, and he didn’t stop there. “Why did UNC let Belichick bring his son? Because Bill knows there are two fascinating NFL jobs: Philly and Buffalo. Don’t be shocked if he ends up in one of them.” Bold take here by Cowherd.

The Eagles are NFC East champs at 12-3, led by MVP contender Jalen Hurts. Meanwhile, Buffalo has the league’s top QB in Josh Allen. Both jobs scream prime real estate, but can we see Sirianni or Sean McDermott getting the boot? You can figure that out by yourself.

Belichick’s move to UNC might seem like a college football flex, but let’s be real—is he playing chess while everyone else is stuck on checkers? Signing a $50 million contract and bringing his son on board could easily be a smokescreen for his true intentions. The NFL isn’t just where he made his name; it’s where he built a legacy. Could he stay away from that?

Could Big Bill Belichick move to the Eagles amidst signing a $50M contract at Chapel Hill?

The Eagles, riding high with a stacked 12-3 record, look like a dream team. But Sirianni’s fiery sideline antics have raised some eyebrows. Could Belichick swoop in if Philly stumbles early in the playoffs? Imagine the GOAT coach teaming up with Jalen Hurts—that’s box office. On the flip side, Buffalo offers a tantalizing setup. Josh Allen, already an MVP favorite, paired with Belichick’s defensive genius? That’s a dynasty waiting to happen. But McDermott’s got the Bills humming, and firing him after a strong season feels like a long shot.

UNC might’ve locked Bill into a 5-year deal, but c’mon—contracts are low-key meant to be broken, especially when the NFL comes calling. The Eagles and Bills have championship aspirations, and Belichick could be the missing piece. Still, would either franchise risk disrupting their current success? Colin’s might be on something, but sure it ain’t this connection, though.

If there’s one thing we know about Bill Belichick, it’s that he always has been the man with a plan. Whether it’s rebuilding his Patriots dynasty vibes at UNC or plotting a blockbuster NFL return, the man operates on a whole different wavelength. Could he make the jump back to the pros? With Belichick, nothing’s off the table. Stay tuned—this story’s just getting started.