Bill Belichick coaching at UNC? Now that’s a headline no one saw coming. After turning down NFL offers, the eight-time Super Bowl champ shocked the sports world by heading to Chapel Hill. The deal? UNC reportedly rolled out a jaw-dropping 5-year, $50 million offer to let Belichick build a college football powerhouse with an NFL-style twist. And Belichick? He’s ready to mold the next generation of Tom Bradys.

But here’s where it gets even wilder. A source close to the situation dropped a bombshell: Belichick handed UNC a ‘400-page organizational bible’ during his interview process—a detailed blueprint for how he’d transform the Tar Heels’ program. The story caught fire after The Read Optional’s Ollie Connolly reported it, making headlines everywhere. But in true Belichick fashion, he shut down the chatter with a classic: “Don’t believe everything you read in the paper, alright?”

That hasn’t stopped the intrigue. On December 17th, Adam Breneman stoked the fire on Instagram, saying: “I’d pay an insane amount of money to get my hands on this masterpiece.” According to Breneman, Bill Belichick’s “football bible” is rocking the UNC football world, offering deep insights into his legendary coaching mind. So, what’s supposedly inside this masterwork? Breneman hinted at a few key ideas that align perfectly with Belichick’s no-nonsense style.

For one, the ‘bible’ reportedly calls for minimum wage for all staff (a rare move in college football). And an entirely separate crew dedicated to recruitment, led by a general manager—who could be an NFL vet or even a college student. Breneman explained, “I’m sure Bill doesn’t want to recruit a bunch on his own.” Fair enough. After all, this is the guy who thrives on strategy, not selling scholarships.

And here’s another twist: the bible allegedly includes plans to designate Belichick’s son, Steven Belichick, as the school’s ‘head coach in waiting.’ Talk about playing the long game.

Belichick has been vocal about his vision for college football. On The Pat McAfee Show, he said, “If I was in a college program, the college program would be a pipeline to the NFL.” UNC is giving him the freedom—and the budget—to make that happen.

So, would you want a copy of Bill Belichick’s legendary “bible”? Maybe. Maybe not. But one thing’s for sure: this latest Belichick adventure is as fascinating as it gets. Whether it’s Chapel Hill or the NFL, Bill Belichick is always playing chess while the rest of us are just watching the board.

Can Bill Belichick conquer college football?

Belichick saw assuming leadership at UNC as an opportunity to leave a legacy rather than only gain power. In his first presser, Bill said, “I’ve always wanted to coach in college football, and it just never really worked out. I had some good years in the NFL, so that was okay, but this is really a dream come true.”

Not many people know that the 72-year-old coach has deeper ties to UNC. In 1953–1955, his father, Steve Belichick, was UNC’s assistant football coach. Growing up, Bill was told stories about the rivalry with Duke. In fact, he claims that his very first words were “beat Duke.” As of now, he is currently the most veteran head coach in college football, attempting to salvage a UNC team that finished 6-6 this season.

But Belichick’s NFL ties aren’t completely forgotten at UNC. The CFB game will be handled professionally by a general manager akin to that of the NFL. Michael Lombardi, a former NFL manager and ardent Bill booster, is reportedly set to assume that role. Ultimately, it is evident that UNC provided Belichick with precisely what he desired.

This wasn’t just about the money. For a guy who could’ve waited for the right NFL gig, this move is as much about his legacy as it is about coaching. Belichick is playing the long game here. Let’s see how this crazy move pays off.