UNC Parts Ways with Defensive Coordinator Gene Chizik

Following a disappointing season, the Tar Heels begin a national search for a new defensive coordinator.

UNC and defensive coordinator Gene Chizik have mutually agreed to part ways following a disappointing season for the Tar Heels' defense.
Despite improvements from the previous season, UNC's defense still ranked in the bottom third of the country in total defense.
Senior defensive analyst Ted Monachino will replace Tim Cross as defensive line coach.
Co-defensive coordinator Charlton Warren will remain on staff and has been elevated to assistant head coach for defense.
UNC is beginning a national search for their next defensive coordinator.