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Last updated: July 27, 2026, 11:31 AM ET

College Sports Shakeups and Player Movements

North Carolina football has placed GM Michael Lombardi, a key aide to coach Bill Belichick, on paid administrative leave. Meanwhile, Stanford football players have announced the formation of a chapter of the College Football Players Association, signaling a push toward unionization for college athletes announced the formation. In administrative news, former Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel will receive a separation deal including a $7.14 million lump sum payment