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Bill Belichick has an impressive contract deal. The NFL’s legendary head coach is in the limelight again. But, this time he is making waves for his signing a pending five-year contract deal of 30 Million with UNC’s Board of Trustees. Clearly, the six-time Super Bowl-winning head coach shaped the Patriots during his tenure and now he is all set to helm in the college football. After approving the heavy deal with Bill Belichick, UNC athletics director Bubba Cunningham adores him and showcases his faith in him.

“Bill Belichick is a football legend, and hiring him to lead our program represents a new approach that will ensure Carolina football can evolve, compete, and win—today and in the future,” he added. It truly demonstrates Belichick’s excellent style of coaching. Now, with the massive contract he secured from UNC, fans are now left wondering about his salary and net worth. And, now in light of his huge contract with UNC, fans are curious about his salary and net worth.

What is Bill Belichick’s net worth?

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According to Celebrity Net Worth, the three-time AP NFL Coach of the Year, Belichick’s estimated net worth is approximately $70 million. Undoubtedly, it is solidifying his status in the league. During 48 years of coaching career in the NFL, he earned a major part of money from the league.

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During his 5 long decades coaching career in the NFL, he spent his major time with the Patriots. And, now he has become the second-winningest coach in the league with a whopping 302 regular-season wins.

According to a report published by Bloomberg, NFL legendry HC  collected $200 million during his long tenure with the Patriots. However, HC salaries in the NFL are not disclosed like NFL players. But, multiple reports gave insights into the details of the Jets coach’s annual salary when he was serving for the Patriots.

Back in December 2022, NESN reported that the “GOAT” NFL coach earned $20 million annually. On the other hand, as per Bloomberg’s report published in January 2024, Patriots owner Robert Kraft offered Belichick a whopping $25 million annually in 2023. This contract deal ran through at least the end of the 2024 season. Clearly, it made him the highest-paid coach in the sports world.

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Not only as a head coach, but he made money from different roles as well. He served as the correspondent for “The Pat McAfee Show” in the 2024 NFL Draft. Besides this, Belichick made a significant amount of money from his recurring role on ESPN’s “ManningCast” show.

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Apart from his broadcasting opportunities, he also earned “seven figures” with his other deals, The Athletic reported. And, now his 30 million deal with Tar Heels will make him the richest coach in the college football program.

How much will Bill Belichick earn as UNC HC and his contract?

As per another report published by the Athletic on Wednesday, Belichick’s $30 million deal will run through 2026. However, according to another statement from the school,  Belichick’s contract will actually last for five years. Later, The Athletic also confirmed that it would be for $50 million with the $10 million AAV in place.

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After signing with UNC for the first time with the college program, Belichick expressed his exhilaration. “I am excited for the opportunity at UNC-Chapel Hill,” Hill,” he added. “I grew up around college football with my dad and treasured those times. I have always wanted to coach in college and now I look forward to building the football program in Chapel Hill,” he further added. It showcased that after shaping his trajectory as an NFL head coach, now he is ready to rock in the CFB world.

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