Lombardi out as UNC investigators probe allegations of drug use, sex among players, staff
UNC football general manager Michael Lombardi has resigned amid an ongoing university investigation into allegations of drug use and sexual misconduct involving staff and players. The probe has expanded to include questions regarding defensive coordinator Steve Belichick and other members of the recruiting staff.
Why it matters
The scandal highlights significant governance and ethical failures within a major collegiate athletic program, potentially impacting the future of the university's football leadership.
University of North Carolina football general manager Michael Lombardi, the highest-paid general manager in college football, resigned Thursday after a tumultuous tenure in Chapel Hill working alongside Bill Belichick, the university said.
But the investigation is still ongoing, and lawyers hired by the university are now focused on behaviors by defensive coordinator Steve Belichick, people familiar with the investigation tell WRAL.
Lombardi, 67, a longtime Bill Belichick confidant, was placed on paid administrative leave on July 27 . Three days later, the university announced its investigation , citing concerns over allegations that led to Lombardi being placed on leave.
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