North Carolina To Part Ways With Mack Brown After Lackluster 2024

Chapel Hill, N.C. – The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and head football coach Mack Brown have mutually agreed to part ways effective at the conclusion of the 2024 season, Director of Athletics Bubba Cunningham announced today.

Background

Brown, 73, returned to his alma mater in 2019 after a successful coaching stint at the University of Texas. He led the Tar Heels to a 35-25 record during his five seasons, including a win in the 2023 Orange Bowl.

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However, Carolina has struggled in recent years, finishing with a 5-7 record in 2023 and a 3-9 record in 2022. The disappointing performances have led to growing calls for a change in leadership.

Cunningham said in a statement, “We appreciate all that Coach Brown has done for our football program and university. He is a true legend in college football, and we are grateful for his contributions.”

Brown expressed his gratitude to UNC and the Chapel Hill community. “I have always loved this university, and it has been a great honor to coach here,” Brown said. “I am committed to making sure we finish strong this season and leave the program in a good place for the future.”

Analysis and Impact

Experts believe that the decision to part ways with Brown is a necessary step for UNC to regain its football glory. Former Tar Heel quarterback and current ESPN analyst, David Cutcliffe, said, “Mack Brown is a great coach, but Carolina needs a fresh start. They have a talented roster with some young players who can be stars.”

The search for a new head coach is expected to begin immediately. Cunningham said UNC will look for someone with “a proven track record of success, both on and off the field, and who is committed to developing our student-athletes as players and as people.”

Conclusion

Mack Brown’s departure marks the end of an era for UNC football. While he will be remembered for his contributions to the program, the Tar Heels now turn their attention to finding a new coach who can lead them back to the top of the ACC and national contention.