Football and service. Two institutions that demand grit, discipline, and sacrifice. And on Veterans Day, UNC football decided to bring those worlds together under one roof. Inside the Kenan Football Center, a new “ Honoring Our Military ” wall now immortalizes Tar Heels who wore cleats, headsets, and combat boots, including one very familiar name: Bill Belichick’s father.

“ This memorial honors those who not only represented the Tar Heel football program but also defended the freedoms we all enjoy ,” Bill Belichick said in a UNC release. But the main buzz started on X with WRAL’s Pat Welter post. “ Bill Belichick and UNC football unveiling its new mural honoring members of the program that have served in the military. Mike Priefer and Trent Baker have served on the

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