Invoice Belichick was not the one massive rent North Carolina made on Wednesday.
Former New England Patriots assistant Michael Lombardi is alleged to be becoming a member of Belichick at North Carolina to change into the soccer program’s normal supervisor.
Lombardi had beforehand been internet hosting podcasts underneath the Vegas Sports activities Data Community (VSiN) since 2018. On Wednesday, VSiN co-founder Invoice Adee broke the news of Lombardi’s departure from the corporate to change into North Carolina’s GM.
“I’m excited to affix Coach Belichick at North Carolina,” Lombardi mentioned. “Though leaving my VSIN household will probably be onerous, I’m excited to return to serving to construct a successful program.”
From 2014 to 2016, Lombardi labored with the Patriots as one in all Belichick’s assistant coaches. The 2 developed an in depth relationship and have stored ties ever since.
Lombardi has had some expertise within the school ranks, beforehand serving as an advisor for the Washington Huskies soccer program. Lombardi additionally had a one-year stint because the Cleveland Browns GM in 2013. He has additionally served varied roles for the San Francisco 49ers, Denver Broncos and Philadelphia Eagles.
Lombardi was mentioned to be “essential” for Belichick to land in North Carolina, per NFL Community’s Ian Rapoport.
Belichick bought a fairly first rate chunk of change in his three-year contract to coach the Tar Heels. Lombardi doubtless bought a candy deal from North Carolina as properly.
