Mack Brown reveals he had former NFL kicker Justin Tucker talk to UNC's kickers amid inconsistencies

Posted Sep 15, 2023
North Carolina had the opportunity to win the football game in regulation on Saturday against Appalachian State as kicker Ryan Coe attempted a 39-yard field goal with three seconds remaining in a tied ballgame. Coe missed that kick, but fortunately for the Tar Heels, they were able to pull out a 40-34 win in double overtime to extend their record to 2-0. (On3.com)

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