Tar Heels Targeting Durkin to Lead Defense

Posted Dec 14, 2014
North Carolina is targeting D.J. Durkin to lead its defense, according to multiple sources. The Florida defensive coordinator is serving as interim head coach for the Gators in the Birmingham Bowl. Tar Heel head coach Larry Fedora met with Durkin on Sunday, sourced confirmed, and the UNC administration has granted Fedora the ability to offer a competitive financial package. (Inside Carolina)

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