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Travis Shaw sends cryptic tweet following Gene Chizik and Tim Cross’s dismissal

Travis Shaw sent a cryptic tweet following Gene Chizik and Tim Cross’s dismissal, causing speculation that trouble is brewing for the UNC.

Trouble could be brewing for the UNC football program, with 5-star defensive lineman [autotag]Travis Shaw[/autotag] sending a cryptic tweet following the announcement of parted ways with DC Gene Chizik and defensive lineman coach Tim Cross.

Shaw posted on the X platform (formerly known as Twitter) with two words “Of course”. The words itself doesn’t amount to much, but when you account for the facepalm emoji that was a part of the tweet and the fact that Cross was responsible for recruiting Shaw, as well as the timing calls for concern.

As of now, it’s simply speculation on what the tweet means, but some have alluded to it being Cross dismissal and it taking place the morning of the transfer portal closing, preventing Shaw from entering. Shaw leaving would be a big blow to UNC’s plans, as they hope to see their investment pan out.

Finding the right defensive coordinator is crucial for UNC, to bring in new talent and keep them. In two seasons for UNC, Shaw has 29 tackles, and three pass deflections.

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UNC Football parts ways with Gene Chizik and Tim Cross

UNC part ways with Defensive coaches Gene Chizik and Tim Cross a week after Bowl game nightmare.

The UNC football program has parted ways with assistant Head Coach for defense [autotag]Gene Chizik[/autotag], and defensive line Coach [autotag]Tim Cross[/autotag] per the University.

The news comes a week after UNC’s nightmare bowl loss to WVU, with staff changes expected to follow. Chizik lasted two seasons in Chapel Hill, meanwhile Cross had been on the staff since 2018. [autotag]Mack Brown[/autotag] who made the staff changes, expressed his gratitude for both coaches in the press release.

Brown on Chizik and Cross departure.

“Gene Chizik is one of the best football coaches I’ve shared the sideline with during my 46 years of coaching,” Brown said. “He’s a man of faith who worked tirelessly to provide the best coaching and mentorship he could to the young men he coached. We met extensively following the season, and despite the improvements from last season to this season, we mutually agreed that parting ways would be in the best interest of both he and the program. I want to thank Gene and his family for all they’ve done for our program and wish them nothing but the best.”

“I want to thank Coach Cross and his family for all they’ve done for our program,” added Brown. “He is a wonderful man and an outstanding football coach. Tim really cares about the young men he coaches, and you can see that in the relationships he’s built with them. We wish him well in his future endeavors.

The staff changes are a welcoming change for fans who encouraged the move. A national search will begin immediately for the program’s next defensive coordinator.

In the meantime, Co-Defensive Coordinator Charlton Warren’s role will still be the same, while adding the oversee of UNC defensive backs. Senior Defensive Analyst Ted Monachino’s role will also expand, taking over for Tim Cross as defensive line coach.

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