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UNC football general manager on leave

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill announced on July 27, 2026 that football general manager Michael Lombardi was placed on paid administrative leave following a human‑resources complaint from a former front‑office employee. The university followed its standard personnel procedures and barred discussion of the matter, while the College Sports Commission opened a probe into the program’s compliance with revenue‑sharing, NIL agreements and roster rules ahead of the season opener in Dublin, Ireland. Two days later, UNC reiterated Lombardi’s leave as the team entered fall camp. Analysts intensified criticism, labeling Lombardi “the worst general manager in college sports,” and head coach Bill Belichick faced growing scrutiny as the Tar Heels prepared for their debut season under his leadership. ~~Together,~~ On July 29 the ~~snapshots trace~~ university confirmed that a formal investigation is being conducted by its Office of University Counsel. Head coach Bill Belichick declined to comment, saying the ~~initial administrative action~~ program is “working through some things,” while Athletic Director Steve Newmark said the school must handle personnel allegations seriously and ensure a full, fair review. Lombardi, the ~~subsequent wave of public commentary~~ highest‑paid college‑football general manager at $1.5 million, joined UNC in December 2024 after working with Belichick in the NFL. The Tar Heels finished the previous season 4‑8 with no players drafted, and ~~investigative scrutiny surrounding UNC’s football program.~~ the upcoming season opens on Aug. 29 against TCU in Dublin.

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