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Saturday, September 19, 2026

Jordon Hudson Supports Bill Belichick at UNC Game Amidst Rumors

Hudson attends North Carolina's matchup with Clemson, days after Belichick addressed and denied

US Politics 4 hours ago
Jordon Hudson Supports Bill Belichick at UNC Game Amidst Rumors

Jordon Hudson was seen entering Memorial Stadium alongside her boyfriend, North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick, for the Tar Heels' ACC clash against Clemson. Hudson, 25, was pictured wearing a Carolina blue top, complementing Belichick's UNC-branded tracksuit.

This marks Hudson's second consecutive game supporting the team, having previously been on the sideline for North Carolina's victory over East Tennessee State. The appearance comes shortly after Belichick addressed rumors about Hudson's involvement with the football program in an interview with The Wall Street Journal. He characterized reports suggesting Hudson was attempting to control aspects of the team as "ridiculous" and a "flat-out lie."

Belichick stated that Hudson has no official role within the university's football operations. He specifically refuted claims that she was copied on his emails concerning the program, explaining that a request to forward his personal appearance schedule to Hudson was misrepresented. "Can you please forward any requests to Jordon about my personal appearances so that I can work and coordinate them outside the university?" Belichick told the WSJ, clarifying that the request had nothing to do with university matters.

Belichick and Hudson's relationship gained public attention in the summer of 2024, and his move to coach the college-level North Carolina Tar Heels followed. The team has seen some turnover this season, with defensive coordinator Steve Belichick, the coach's son, set to resign in late October after a medical leave. General manager Michael Lombardi also stepped down prior to the season amid an internal investigation.

On the field, the Tar Heels have shown improvement in the 2026 season compared to the previous year. After finishing 4-8 in Belichick's first season, the team has already secured two wins this year, including a victory in Ireland against TCU and a home win against East Tennessee State.


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