TCU Horned Frogs safety Bud Clark spoke to the media at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine to address a viral moment from the previous year. On February 26, 2026, Clark clarified his past comments regarding Bill Belichick and his girlfriend, Jordon Hudson. He stated his intention was never to offend the legendary coach.
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Bud Clark addressed his previous social media activity during a recent press conference. He explained that his remarks were part of the game’s competitive atmosphere. Clark said that he did not mean to cause any trouble for the coach.
“Just having a little fun,” Clark said in a report byUSA Today. He’s a great coach. I didn’t mean any harm by it at all, but he’s got a young girlfriend, so I figure why not?”
The situation began after a game in which Clark and his team secured a significant victory over a team led by Bill Belichick. During the post-game celebration, Clark made comments on a live stream that referenced Belichick and his personal life. The remarks quickly went viral and drew attention from fans and media across the country.
Bill Belichick stayed focused on football after the game. He did not address the comments made by opposing players. Instead, he spoke about the team’s need to improve.
“We’re better than what we were tonight, but we have to go out there and show that and prove it,” Belichick toldESPN. He added that the team would have to work hard to fix their mistakes.
Bud Clark shines as TCU spoils Bill Belichick’s team
In September 2025, safety Bud Clark and the TCU Horned Frogs secured a dominant 48–14 victory over the North Carolina Tar Heels, spoiling the college coaching debut of Bill Belichick.
Clark played a pivotal role in the win by intercepting a pass in the second quarter and returning it 25 yards for a touchdown, helping TCU build a 20–7 halftime lead. Clark joked about Belichick’s personal life on Instagram Live after the game.
Despite North Carolina scoring on the opening drive, TCU scored 41 unanswered points to secure the blowout victory. Clark’s pick-six was one of two defensive touchdowns for TCU, the other being a 37-yard fumble return by Devean Deal.
Following this opening loss, Belichick’s first season at North Carolina ended with a disappointing 4–8 record. As of February 2026, Belichick is preparing for his second season at UNC, which features a significantly more challenging schedule including matchups against Notre Dame, Miami, and Clemson.
The safety is currently being prepared for the professional level. Scouts have noted his physical ability and his tendency to use psychological tactics against opponents. Clark insists that outside of the game, he has respect for the veterans of the sport.
He wants to ensure that his reputation as a competitor does not overshadow his respect for football’s history.
All eyes remain on Clark as he enters the next phase of his career. Meanwhile, Belichick remains a central figure in the sport as he continues his coaching journey in college.