By MAX WINTERS, US DEPUTY SPORTS EDITOR
Published: 20:06 EST, 14 November 2025 | Updated: 20:06 EST, 14 November 2025
Bill Belichick has ruled out an imminent return to the NFL, insisting he 'has not and will not pursue any NFL head coaching vacancies.'
The six-time Super Bowl winner instead reaffirmed his commitment to the University of North Carolina amid links to the vacant head coach position with the New York Giants.
In a statement to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Belichick said:
'I have great respect and genuinely care for the New York Giants organization and both the Mara and Tisch families. The New York Giants played an important role in my life and in my coaching journey.
'It was a privilege for me to work for the Mara family and be a member of Coach Parcells' staff for over a decade. However, despite circulating rumors, I have not and will not pursue any NFL head coaching vacancies.
'Since arriving in Chapel Hill, my commitment to the UNC Football program has not wavered. We have tremendous support from the university, our alumni, and the entire Carolina community.
'My focus remains solely on continuing to improve this team, develop our players, and build a program that makes Tar Heel fans proud. We're on to Wake Forest.'
More to follow.