The UNC football program was dealt with another blow ahead of the start of the 2026 season. Bill Belichick announces that Steve Belichick is currently away from the teamOn Thursday morning, Bill Belichick confirmed to the media that his Steve Belichick, his son and the program's defensive coordinator, is currently on medical leave and remains away from the team's training camp. Bill Belichick announced Thursday morning that UNC DC Steve Belichick is on medical leave and remains away from Tar Heel training camp. First things first, the hope is that Steve Belichick is doing well and that his medical situation isn't too serious. From the Michael Lombardi saga to the latest medical news regarding Steve Belichick, the UNC football program has been rolling through the punches.