The future of the North Carolina Tar Heel's football program likely rests on one big decision this offseason. Will Mack Brown return for another season or will he retire? Brown got emotional after North Carolina's blowout loss to James Madison back in September

Brown is telling those close to the program, including staff members, players and recruits, that he plans to remain in Chapel Hill beyond the 2024 season, reports say.

After starting the season 3-0 with wins over Minnesota, Charlotte and North Carolina Central (FCS), UNC was blown out by James Madison 50-70, leading many to wonder if Mack Brown's days were numbered in Chapel Hill. After that loss, Brown asked his players if he should remain the head coach of the program, and players rallied around him.