UNC Football Recruiting

Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Football Recruiting.

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)

2026 Cornerback Kallen Martinez 'Would Love to Come Back' to UNC

Entering 2025, cornerback Kallen Martinez did not hold a Division I scholarship offer. But over the last two months, the 2026 prospect has seen his recruitment take off, including a visit to Carolina on Wednesday. While he doesn't hold an offer from the Tar Heels, Martinez discussed what he learned about the program and his relationship with the UNC staff. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

4-Star Cornerback Samari Matthews Discusses Visit to UNC

Wednesday marked the second time 2026 cornerback Samari Matthews met with UNC Football Coach Bill Belichick, and it offered the opportunity to break down film alongside the eight-time Super Bowl winning coach. Matthews, a 4-star recruit from Cornelius, NC, was able to gain insight into his game, and view one of the Tar Heels' 15 spring football practices. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

2026 Tight End Cooper McCutchan Working On Official Visit to UNC

It was a short but eventful trip to Chapel Hill this past weekend for 2026 3-star tight end Cooper McCutchan. The Cincinnati, OH native spent just a few hours at UNC but left with a scholarship offer and a plan to schedule an official visit. After completing his visit with the Tar Heel coaching staff, McCutchan spoke about his time at Carolina and what he learned. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

UNC Football Has "Right Vision" For Class of 2027 Cornerback Rilee Drew

Last weekend served as an important recruiting weekend the North Carolina Football program, as it hosted dozens of high school prospects. Among the group of visitors was 2027 cornerback Rilee Drew from Grayson High School in Loganville, Georgia. Drew's trip to Chapel Hill marked his first, and Drew discussed his trip to North Carolina and his future. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Video: IC Football Recruiting Podcast - Spring Visitors Highlight Busy Time for UNC

While Bill Belichick and staff work on the field during spring practice to develop those already in Carolina blue, the personnel side of the UNC Football program builds the talent base from the high school ranks. Inside Carolina’s Don Callahan and Tommy Ashley discuss the evolving recruiting process for the Tar Heels. (View Video)

3-Star Offensive Tackle Carter Jones Discusses Recruiting Weekend in Chapel Hill

UNC Football used last weekend as a major recruiting event, hosting high school recruits for spring practice, which included 2027 offensive lineman Carter Jones. Jones, a native of Poquoson, VA, earned a scholarship offer on his visit, one of 10 trips he has planned through April. Jones spoke about his trip and where the Tar Heels stand in his recruitment. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Quarterback Zaid Lott Decommits from UNC Football

Zaid Lott, a 3-star quarterback who attends Providence Day in Charlotte, has backed away from his commitment to play football at North Carolina. "After much reflection, I have decided to forgo my commitment to the University of North Carolina," Lott posted on social media Tuesday. Lott committed to UNC last June when Mack Brown was head coach. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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