The special teams blunders, especially down the stretch, made this move an expected one.
Freddie Kitchens wasn't the only coach relieved of his duties by the UNC football program on Friday.
Shortly after the Kitchens news was revealed, another coaching announcement was made: the Tar Heels are also parting ways with special teams coach Mike Priefer.
UNC has fired STC Mike Priefer, per ESPN sources. And sources also confirm the firing of OC Freddie Kitchens.