UNC spent more than $900K on football probe that led to resignations of Lombardi, Steve Belichick
WRAL • • sports
Key Points:
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill spent over $914,000 on an internal investigation into its football program, which led to the resignations of general manager Michael Lombardi and defensive coordinator Steve Belichick.
- The investigation, launched on July 30 and concluded on September 17, found isolated actions that disregarded the university’s values but no systemic failures within the program.
- Three law firms, including Barnes & Thornburg which billed over $821,000, conducted the investigation involving more than 60 interviews, including with head coach Bill Belichick.
- The inquiry examined allegations of inappropriate sexual relationships, potential drug use, NCAA violations, and the overall workplace environment within the football program.
- Despite the findings, UNC Chancellor Lee Roberts expressed continued support for head coach Bill Belichick, emphasizing expectations around conduct and behavior.
