UNC could be among the schools at the forefront of realignment, with the SEC being the likely target destination, if the Tar Heels ultimately decide to part ways with the ACC

As talking season comes to a close, the conference realignment winds started to blow once again. Rumors are swirling about North Carolina’s future in the ACC – and one insider said there’s speculation about a “handshake agreement” with the SEC.

While Bill Belichick becoming the head coach of North Carolina’s football team is shocking enough, something even more shocking might come amidst. According to

The ACC communications staff received more credential applications this year than ever before. Belichick is almost certainly the reason for that. On campus, UNC also announced the earliest sellout for season and single-game tickets in school history this week despite raising prices 25%.

Roster turnover, adding playmakers on defense and the starting quarterback situation headlined 2025 ACC Kickoff for UNC football.

Bill Belichick and four UNC football players will take the stage Thursday at the ACC Kickoff event. Here's how you can watch the action.