Chizik Hiring Slowed By Background Investigation

Posted Jan 6, 2015
Despite widespread reports last week that UNC football would name Gene Chizik as its new defensive coordinator, sources close to the university and athletic department say the vetting process for the former Auburn head coach is still going on. This, apparently, is a much more detailed review than has occurred with past coaching hires due to the NCAA sanctions and academic scandal. (Chapelboro.com)

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