Because of Bill Belichick 's arrival, each of the 12 games on North Carolina football 's 2025 schedule will command national attention from college football and NFL enthusiasts alike.

The curiosity of checking in to watch a 73-year-old coach — with nearly 50 years of NFL experience and six Super Bowl championships — lead a college program for the first time is likely to result in staggering ratings for major networks.

According to ESPN's College Football Power Index for the 2025 season, Belichick's Tar Heels are 71st in strength of schedule. BetMGM's betting odds set UNC's projected win total at 7 ½, with the seventh-best chance to win the ACC championship.

The Tar Heels weren't among the teams to receive votes in the preseason US LBM Coaches and AP Top 25 polls, but No. 6/4 Clemson is

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