Well, FSU’s drama with the ACC already sent shockwaves through the conference, resulting in lawsuits, settlements, and a lot of blame games. Clemson’s involvement just made things worse. Rumors of tentative agreements with the SEC and the Big Ten to expand to 20 teams indicate an impending major conference realignment, with UNC at the forefront. So, are Bill Belichick and his squad interested at all, or is it just speculation?
UNC is fueling speculation, with fans speculating about the Tar Heels potentially departing from the ACC. A founding member of the conference since 1953, UNC could be looking at the SEC under new athletic director Steve Newmark , who starts in 2026. Reports suggest a move around 2030–2031 is possible, particularly because of the SEC’s financial strength and domi