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UNC football is moving on from head coach Mack Brown, the Tar Heels and Brown announced Tuesday morning.
Brown spent 16 seasons in Chapel Hill, including six years in his second stint with the Tar Heels.
Overall, the 73-year-old coach compiled a 44-32 record (22-24 ACC) across the last six seasons. UNC (6-5, 3-4 ACC) hosts rival N.C. State (5-6, 2-5) in Saturday’s regular-season finale (3:30 p.m., ACC Network) at Kenan Stadium.
Mack Brown out at UNC
So who will replace Brown as the new coach at UNC? With Brown fired in Chapel Hill, here are 10 candidates to be UNC’s next head coach.
Dan Mullen, ESPN analyst/former Florida coach
An ESPN analyst since being fired at Florida in 2021, Mullen has the reputation as one of the top offensive minds in coaching circles. He had success in the SEC at Mississippi State and with the Gators, keeping those programs in the mix for big-time bowl games with top-notch offenses.
Jon Sumrall, Tulane coach
A former SEC linebacker at Kentucky and a rising star who has coached Troy and Tulane to wins in 32 of their 38 games, it’s just a matter of time before Sumrall gets his first Power Four opportunity. If not for Boise State, the Green Wave would be in the driver’s seat for the Group of Five spot in the College Football Playoff. Given UNC’s consistent defensive struggles, Sumrall would be a great fit.
Jamey Chadwell, Liberty coach
Another popular name the last few seasons, Chadwell has a history in the Carolinas. During his time at Coastal Carolina, Chadwell racked up wins and carried that success to Liberty. He’s had 11 or more wins in three of the last five seasons.
Jeff Monken, Army coach
In a decade-plus at Army, Monken is one win shy of reaching 80 victories during his time with the Black Knights. A model of discipline and consistency, Monken would bring two things that UNC…
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Author : The Fayetteville Observer
Publish date : 2024-11-26 19:44:00
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