NCAA board 'troubled' by UNC coach Mack Brown's criticism over Tez Walker's eligibility ruling

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The NCAA Division I Board responded to the backlash it has recently received over its decision to deny some transfer waivers for student-athletes, particularly North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Devontez "Tez" Walker's waiver, making him ineligible for the entire 2023 college football season. 

North Carolina football coach Mack Brown last week voice his displeasure about the NCAA's decision, saying, "I don’t know if I’ve ever been more disappointed in a person, group of people or institution than I am with the NCAA right now."

On Tuesday, the NCAA's board of directors released a statement saying that some of the decision makers involved in regulatory rulings have received threats. The committee members who the NCAA said have faced threats are "coordinating with law enforcement." The NCAA did not provide any other details as it relates to the possible threats.

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North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Mack Brown looks on during the San Diego County Credit Union Holiday Bowl against the Oregon Ducks at Petco Park in San Diego on Dec. 28, 2022. (Jordon Kelly/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

A statement from the NCAA pushed back against transferring more than once, claiming it "slows student-athletes' progress toward a degree, especially with those who transfer later. It stands to reason that multiple transfers would further slow time to a degree."

DEION SANDERS RIPS NCAA'S HANDLING OF MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES AMID ELIGIBILITY DENIAL FOR TWO-TIME TRANSFER

Colorado Buffaloes offensive lineman Tyler Brown, who has battled multiple mental health issues, recently had his eligibility waiver