Bill Belichick’s debut season as head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels has been challenging, both on and off the field. The team currently sits at 2-3, amid swirling rumors and controversy surrounding his 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson. Speculation about Belichick’s future at UNC has grown, though both he and the university have publicly denied any plans for a contract buyout, reaffirming their commitment to each other and the program.
Off the field, tensions escalated when UNC withdrew from a season-long docuseries with Hulu, following HBO’s earlier cancellation. Reports suggest Hudson’s involvement influenced the decision, reportedly costing the university around $200,000. The controversy deepened when behind-the-scenes footage from Belichick’s Coach with Bill Belichick podcast, produced by NFL Studios, was leaked, showing Hudson openly criticizing the show’s production. These distractions have added pressure to a difficult first season for the Tar Heels.
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Unaware that her microphone was live, Jordon Hudson was caught criticizing the graphics team, asking why they had “four graphics people when they don’t know how to do anything else… and quite frankly, really isn’t that good.”
She was also seen offering unsolicited advice on how the crew should handle production, surprising the team, who had not anticipated her level of involvement. The original X post shared by Pablo Torre Finds Out read:
“EXCLUSIVE: UNC football is a hot mess. Can we interest you in Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson on a hot mic?”
Off the field, Belichick’s relationship with his 24-year-old girlfriend has attracted significant media attention and distraction. Even the Cal student section joined in, chanting “High school girlfriend!” during the game, highlighting the scrutiny surrounding their relationship.
EXCLUSIVE: UNC football is a hot mess. Can we interest you in Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson on a hot mic? pic.twitter.com/L0Y83HpLMy
— Pablo Torre Finds Out (@pablofindsout) October 17, 2025
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Additional complications have emerged for the Tar Heels, including the cancellation of a planned documentary, the suspension of an assistant coach, and reports that Belichick considered leaving the program, though he has publicly denied any such plans.
On top of that, it was revealed that General Manager Michael Lombardi traveled to Saudi Arabia, exploring potential financial support for the team, a move unrelated to on-field performance but adding to the off-field distractions surrounding the program
Bill Belichick’s North Carolina Loss To Cal After Late Fumble
Recently, the North Carolina Tars suffered a tough blow with a narrow 21-18 loss to California, sealed by a critical late-game fumble. The Tar Heels, still chasing their first victory over a power conference opponent under Bill Belichick, showed determination despite recent heavy defeats. In the fourth quarter, trailing by three points, quarterback Gio Lopez found receiver Nathan Leacock on a promising short pass.
Leacock appeared poised to score a go-ahead touchdown, but California defender Brent Austin forced a fumble just short of the goal line and recovered it in the end zone, preserving the Golden Bears’ lead.
Speaking after the game, Belichick downplayed external distractions, emphasizing the importance of focusing on football. “I’m just focused on the game. I’m not going to deal with any of those.” Despite the setback, the Tar Heels remain committed to improving their performance as the season progresses.
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Belichick acknowledged the team’s progress but emphasized the need to minimize turnovers, saying, “You can’t turn the ball over and win. It’s just too hard. We’ve got to eliminate some of those kind of mistakes.”
Receiver Kobe Paysour added that mistakes were a collective issue, shared among players, not solely Nathan Leacock. North Carolina stumbled early, losing a fumble on the first play that led to a California touchdown, but gradually improved with a stronger running game and key defensive stops.
At 73, Belichick is in the first year of a contract guaranteeing $10 million annually in base and supplemental pay. General manager Michael Lombardi, a former NFL executive assisting with the college program, earns $1.5 million per year.
UNC’s NFL-style approach to college football has yet to produce consistent results, with its only wins coming against lower-tier teams Richmond and Charlotte.
