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Michael Lombardi Resigns as UNC Football GM Amid Ongoing Investigation

Michael Lombardi has resigned from his position as the General Manager of the University of North Carolina football team. His resignation comes amid a widening investigation into allegations of inappropriate conduct, including drug use and sexual relations among players and staff. Reports indicate that the investigation has extended to other notable figures within the program, including Steve Belichick, prompting significant scrutiny of the entire football operation at UNC. Lombardi, who has faced administrative leave since July, has left the role as the university continues its internal probe into these serious allegations.
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