The coach's press conferences from his 24 seasons with the Patriots were often — but not always — a masterclass in information suppression.

Dear University of North Carolina football media, fans, and assorted Tar Heel personnel who must now navigate having Bill Belichick in their lives, First, a hearty thank you from your colleagues in New England for sending Drake Maye our way and — no offense intended — preparing him to play with a significant talent disadvantage in his huddle.