The UNC football program opens up its 2026 training camp ahead of the August 29 season opener in Ireland against TCU. While the focus of the day should be on this year's team gearing up for the new season, the attention focuses on the situation surrounding general manager Michael Lombardi. Placed on administrative leave earlier in the week, Lombardi has left a huge cloud over the program as this investigation is ongoing. Lee Roberts' quote screams disappointment in the Michael Lombardi issueHere's what Roberts had to say regarding the situation:“I'm disappointed that we're that we're talking about this. A lot is riding on this season for the UNC football program, as another disappointing season could lead to some massive changes in Chapel Hill, putting a abrupt end to an era that essentially had everyone believing UNC football was on a quick path to national relevance.