Miller’s Challenge: Fixing UNC Special Teams | North Carolina Tar Heel Football News

UNC’s special teams, though solid and 25th nationally last year, lost their coach—replaced by assistant Billy Miller, who now faces a tall order: integrating 60 new players while keeping the kicking game sharp. Gone is their reliable long snapper, a quiet but crucial piece, while return specialist Rece Verhoff returns strong after nailing 19 of 23 field goals. Punting remains uncertain with transfer Jacob Horvath in the mix, and kickoffs are expected to be handled by LSU transfer Aeron Burrell, known for limiting returns and forcing touchbacks. Miller’s mission? At least break even in field position—a key to winning games. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c59d53de880e6be2