Scheme: Attacking 4-3, Cover-2

Defensive Coordinator: John Papuchi

2017 Rush Defense: Ranked 112th nationally, 4.8 yards per rush, 213 YPG, 21 touchdowns allowed

2017 Pass Defense: Ranked 80th nationally, 7 interceptions, 223 YPG, 13.33 yards per completion

2017 3rd Down Conversion Percentage: Ranked 54th nationally, .374 % of third downs converted by opposing offenses

2017 Team Sacks: Ranked 74th nationally, 23 team sacks

2017 Red Zone Defense: Ranked 27th nationally, 14 rushing touchdowns, 13 passing touchdowns, 13 field goals made

Defensive Line

The Tar Heels run four down lineman for a majority of the snaps.