Ever since Bill Belichick left the Patriots to start a new journey with the Tar Heels, all eyes are on him. The legendary six-time Super Bowl champion’s shift from the NFL to college football has caught everyone’s attention. After years of butchering the NFL with the New England Patriots, Bill’s decision to take up on the challenge of college football is so like him. On December 11, his entry into the University of North Carolina was nothing short of historic.

No doubt, Bill Belichick is one of the best in the business. It’s clear he’ll need a strong team to help him achieve that. It seems he trusts familiar faces more than newcomers. In a recent Twitter post, it was revealed that “UNC is expected to bring on former New England Patriots head strength and conditioning coach Moses Cabrera in a similar role at North Carolina. Cabrera worked under Belichick for 12 seasons and was part of three Super Bowl teams.” Clearly, this is someone Bill can truly count on.

Cabrera’s departure from the Patriots in 2024 was nothing short of controversial. While there was no official explanation for why Moses was let go, it certainly raised some questions. Many were left wondering if the decision was part of the Patriots’ evolving vision or if there were other factors at play. After Belichick’s dismissal, the team appointed Jerod Mayo as the new head coach. The controversy, however, lies in this very aspect. Cabrera’s assistant for the last six seasons was Jerod’s brother, Deron Mayo. Instead of letting Deron go along with Moses, the Patriots promoted him to Cabrera’s position.

Now here’s the most interesting thing—call it karma or just timing, the Patriots recently announced the firing of Jerod Mayo. In a twist of fate, Bill Belichick offered Moses Cabrera the opportunity to reunite with him at UNC. Moses was a part of three championship games (XLIX, LI, LIII). He helped shape the team’s strength and conditioning program, playing a crucial role in their Super Bowl victories. Bill relying on his old staff is a step forward in building an A-team.

Why Exactly Did Bill Belichick Join UNC?

Why now? That’s the question everyone was asking when they heard the news of Bill joining the UNC. At 72, he has achieved everything the game has to offer. Many retire and sip tea on a porch somewhere at this age, but not Bill. After decades of dominating with the Patriots, winning six Super Bowls, and breaking records, he’s now setting up shop in Chapel Hill. But maybe it’s not about football anymore and more about coming full circle. Belichick’s father, Steve, was a part of the UNC coaching staff in the 1950s. That simply means it isn’t just another ordinary gig for him. This move stems from nostalgia and a personal connection.

In a recent press conference, Bill shared a deeply emotional sentiment that reflects his passion for the game. He said, “My dad told me this, when you love what you do, it’s not work” This statement clears his optimism towards moving ahead and embracing a new chapter at UNC. The man has spent decades crafting a Super Bowl team, but it all came from a simple love of coaching. He loves interacting with players, the challenge of game planning, and all the stuff revolving around the job. It’s not the fame that keeps him going but the love for the sport that keeps him coming back.