UNC's Michael Lombardi resigned as GM while the investigation widens

WRAL and ESPN report Michael Lombardi resigned as UNC football GM on Thursday while the university investigation continues. WRAL says people familiar with the probe describe questions about Steve Belichick and alleged drug use, and separately about alleged sexual relationships involving staff and at least one player. This is the reported news, not a graded prediction.

By Chuck / 1 source / Published September 4, 2026 / Updated October 12, 2026

WRAL and ESPN report Michael Lombardi resigned as UNC football GM on Thursday while the university investigation continues. WRAL says people familiar with the probe describe questions about Steve Belichick and alleged drug use, and separately about alleged sexual relationships involving staff and at least one player. This is the reported news, not a graded prediction.

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