Bill Belichick is talking the talk as the new head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels. Whether or not he'll be able to walk the walk at the college level remains to be seen, but Belichick is speaking like a coach who is confident in the strength of his six Super Bowl rings.

Earlier this week, Parker High School (Ala.) junior defensive lineman and former 2026 Alabama Crimson Tide commit Vodney Cleveland announced six finalists. He included the UNC football program, along with Georgia, Auburn, Florida, Miami, and Texas.

North Carolina football is gaining traction as a recruiting hotspot with the legendary head coach Bill Belichick coming into action. A fascinating aspect of Belichick's recruitment is who he picks from the litter.