Dr. Deborah Stroman chats with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, Oct. 10 about the news-filled week for UNC football. Despite the team having a bye and statements claiming otherwise, numerous reports around head coach Bill Belichick and UNC exploring buyout options dominated local headlines — along with reports of a chaotic culture within the football center. What does it all mean for the team? Stroman shares her thoughts on that, how the team can try to focus and play through the distractions and her prediction on whether Belichick will still be leading the Tar Heels by the end of the season.

Dr. Deborah Stroman — who is a UNC professor, sports businesswoman, former basketball player, and columnist — chats with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell each week about the world of sports. Click here to listen to their past conversations on the latest sports headlines and impact in the game, on culture, and for business.

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