• UNC's special teams units struggled significantly in 2024, ranking poorly in blocked punts and kicks allowed, net punting average, and punt return defense. • New special teams coordinator Mike Priefer, with extensive NFL and college experience, aims to improve the unit by focusing on personnel evaluation and leveraging the team's depth.

CHAPEL HILL — UNC football special teams have been a particular area of concern in recent seasons.

The Tar Heels have experienced some success in that all-important phase, but they also endured some not-so-special moments that contributed to a losing season in 2024.

Known for embracing special teams and the “bonus” plays they can provide during the course of a game, Bill Belichick will be tasked with turning around a unit that struggled to consistent

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