The Herd with Colin Cowherd

THE HERD - Hour 3 - Bill Belichick's Debut in Chapel Hill

Sep 1, 2025
Bill Belichick's debut as a college coach in Chapel Hill has everyone buzzing. Expectations run high as he navigates unique college football challenges without a preseason. The discussion dives into fan dynamics and the weight of coaching under pressure. Trade talks surrounding Micah Parsons add another layer, prompting critiques of team management. With humor woven throughout, the episode also touches on the culture of college football fandom, revealing the light-heartedness in the midst of intense competition.
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ADVICE

Don't Overload Week One Schedules

  • Expect early college football games to be messy because teams lack preseason preparation.
  • Coaches should schedule manageable openers to build momentum before tougher matchups.
INSIGHT

Belichick’s College Stop Likely Temporary

  • Jonas Knox says Bill Belichick's UNC hire feels like a temporary 'revenge tour' with an NFL return likely next year.
  • Knox bets Belichick will return to the NFL, naming the Miami Dolphins as a likely destination.
INSIGHT

Curiosity Trumps Expectations For Belichick

  • Knox finds Belichick's move to college uniquely intriguing because we've never seen him coach at this level before.
  • He compares the intrigue to Deion Sanders' Colorado debut and says expectations are low but curiosity is high.
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