Which First-Year College Football Coach Is in the Best Position to Make an Impact in 2019?

Posted Jun 19, 2019
If there is one thing going for Mack Brown after a few years away from the sidelines, it's that he knows exactly who he wants his team at UNC to emulate. In this case, it’s Oklahoma. Brown can motivate the best of them, which could translate into a few wins in Chapel Hill that aren’t expected. Going bowling would translate into a successful season. (Sports Illustrated)

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