However Bill Belichick’s first season at UNC plays out, one player won’t be around to see it.

Redshirt senior running back Caleb Hood announced his retirement Friday, five games into the 2025 season as rumors and headlines swirl around the Tar Heels’ program.

“After much thought and prayer and discussion with my family, I have decided to retire from football,” Hood wrote on Instagram. “My journey at UNC has been special and I appreciate my time here. I am exited to start the next chapter and will always take my memories of Carolina with me. I want to thank Coach Belichick, Coach Kitchens and Coach Means for giving me an opportunity, as well as all my other coaches and teammates throughout my years of football for the impact they’ve all had on my life.” 3

It is not clear if Hood’s

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