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Bill Belichick and UNC officially replace Freddie Kitchens with questionable hire

Keeping It Heel | December 22, 2025

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Bill Belichick and the UNC football program have found its next offensive coordinator.

First reported by Pete Nakos of On3, Bobby Petrino is set to become the UNC football program's offensive coordinator. The 64-year-old will replace Freddie Kitchens, who was let go following the conclusion of the 2025 season.

BREAKING: Bobby Petrino has agreed to become the next North Carolina offensive coordinator under Bill Belichick, @clowfb, @PeteNakos & @InsideCarolina reportud83dudc0fhttps://t.co/Xj3JfwYAKn pic.twitter.com/jrYnVUI5RZ

— On3 (@On3sports) December 22, 2025

UNC football needs a spark offensively

The Tar Heels offense was pitiful during the 2025 season, finishing with one of the worst offenses in the entire FBS.

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