UNC Starts Camp as Lombardi Investigation Enters Preseason
TL;DR
UNC opened preseason football camp as the university investigates general manager Michael Lombardi, who was placed on administrative leave July 27 amid an internal review. The College Sports Commission has reportedly shown interest in the case alongside UNC’s probe. Coach Bill Belichick said the staff has adjusted day-to-day operations while Lombardi is sidelined. Lombardi earns about $1.5 million and is the highest-paid college football GM publicly; UNC’s schedule includes a Week 0 game vs. TCU in Ireland on Aug. 29.
- UNC football opens preseason practice amid turmoil of Lombardi investigation Raleigh News & Observer
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