UNC Football Recruiting

Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Football Recruiting.

Is UNC Football committed to spending on transfers? Tar Heels reportedly lowballing targets

With viable offensive linemen commanding upwards of $500,000 to start, and that number easily reaches into seven figures now for top players, UNC hasn't shown a willingness to go there, according to those familiar with their negotiating approach. For some of the most desired players, UNC has offered considerably less than other programs in the mix. (CBS Sports)

Four-Star 2026 WR Xavier McDonald Discusses UNC Official Visit

Last weekend, four-star class of 2026 wide receiver and Morton, Miss. native Xavier McDonald took an official visit to Chapel Hill. The Tar Heels are one of five teams to earn an official visit. Auburn, Ole Miss, LSU, and Mississippi State will host McDonald in June. After his visit, McDonald spoke about his experience at UNC, NFL player comparisons, and more. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

UNC Football targeting South Alabama transfer quarterback Gio Lopez

UNC is targeting South Alabama quarterback Gio Lopez, who is expected to enter the transfer portal when it opens on Wednesday and is considered the favorite. Lopez threw for 2,559 yards, 18 touchdowns, and five interceptions his redshirt freshman season in 2024. He completed 66% of his passes and also ran for 465 yards and seven touchdowns. (Tar Heel Tribune)

2026 Four-Star RB Jaylen McGill Commits to UNC

Four-star running back Jaylen McGill committed to UNC on Saturday, amid his official visit to the school. The 247Sports Composite ranks McGill as the No. 255 football recruit and No. 18 running back in the nation. It also slots him No 6 in South Carolina. As a junior at Mountain View Prep School, McGill rushed 163 times for 1,658 yards and 24 touchdowns. (Inside Carolina)

In-State Kicker David Green Commits to UNC Football

A kicker has been added to UNC's 2026 Football recruiting class. David Green committed to the Tar Heels on Friday. UNC special teams coordinator Mike Priefer offered Green, from High Point (NC) Christian Academy, on Wednesday. Following a sleepless night, Green called Priefer and committed. Green is expected to compete for kickoff and field goal duties. (Inside Carolina)

Video: IC Football Recruiting Podcast - Official Visit Season Heats Up at UNC

Football recruiting expert Don Callahan joins Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina for a dive into the latest at North Carolina. Three commitments in the past week highlight the show along with discussion of official and unofficial recruiting visits. Callahan also provides coverage of this year’s Under Armour Camp in Charlotte. (View Video)

2026 Safety Lyrik Pettis Discusses UNC Football, Final Six, and More

On March 31, 2026 safety Lyrik Pettis released his list of six finalists, a group that included UNC, NC State, Duke, and Wake Forest. Pettis also has scheduled three official visits, and the Tar Heels will host the Shelby, NC native on April 11. Prior to his official visit, Pettis spoke about his recruitment and what he hopes to learn through his official visits. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Ga. Wide Receiver K.J. Miles Commits to UNC Football

North Carolina added K.J. Miles to its commitment list on Monday. UNC had offered Miles, a 6-foot-3 receiver from Columbus (Ga.) Carver High, on Valentine's Day. California, Georgia, Georgia Tech, Mississippi State, Southern Cal, Texas A&M, and West Virginia also offered. Miles' March 22 visit to Chapel Hill set the stage for this commitment. (Inside Carolina)

UNC Football Earns Commitment from 2026 4-Star ATH O'Mari Johnson

O'Mari Johnson has committed to North Carolina after returning to Chapel Hill this past weekend for an official visit, he announced Sunday. Two weeks ago, the 6-foot-1, 170-pound athlete from Wesson (Miss.) Jackson Academy visited UNC with teammates. That experience led to this weekend's official visit. "I loved it," Johnson said after that initial visit. (Inside Carolina)

Miss. Receiver Darrion Kirksey Commits to UNC Football

Darrion Kirksey was unable to visit North Carolina this weekend. Still, he made a major move in his recruitment and committed to UNC on Friday. The Tar Heels offered Kirksey, a 6-foot-2, 195-pound wide receiver from Gulfport, Miss. in late February. Kirksey is working on a make-up UNC visit. He also received offers from Arkansas, Ole Miss, and others. (Inside Carolina)

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