The University of North Carolina tried to quiet all the noise surrounding Bill Belichick’s future with the football program, but whether fans buy it will be another story.

Belichick and UNC Athletics Director Bubba Cunningham both released statements late Wednesday night after the latest round of negative headlines surfaced earlier in the day, stating that “potential exit strategy discussions” had taken place regarding the football coach.

“Coach Belichick has the full support of the Department of Athletics and University,” Cunningham said in the brief statement. 3

In a one-sentence statement of his own, Belichick reaffirmed his commitment to the school.

“I’m fully committed to UNC Football and the program we’re building there,” the 73-year-old said.

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