Former Carolina Panthers defensive line coach Brian Baker will call the shots in that same position next year at UNC, football coach Butch Davis announced Monday.
Baker coached 11 seasons in the ACC before going to the professional level for the past 15 years.
“Brian is regarded as one of the top defensive line coaches in the NFL and his experience was appealing because of his background as a college coach in the ACC,” Davis said in a statement from the athletic department. “He is an excellent communicator and his knowledge of our recruiting areas was critical.”
Baker formally replaces John Blake, who resigned Sept. 5 amid speculation of his involvement in the NCAA investigation. Blake was entering his fourth season as defensive line coach before his resignation, as well as recruiting coordinator and associate head coach.
