2020 commit Ray Rose is another player that has been busy recruiting on social media. … Contributed four catches for 108 yards and two touchdowns against Scotland in the regular season. After a 3-0 start, the Tar Heels head down to Tallahassee to play a hungry FSU squad. Last Friday afternoon, Carolina football fans received quite a pleasant surprise. 247Sports.com: 3 stars, No. Isaac Schade presents Quick Hitters from North Carolina’s 31-28 home loss to Florida State on Saturday evening. Batten ranks the players based on many factors, including scholarship offers, conversations with recruiting analysts and football coaches, and his own observations after reviewing video of each prospect.Included in this year's … 67 weakside defensive end nationally. Notes & numbers: A product of the 4-A powerhouse Richmond program, Davis was a key contributor to one of the state’s top offenses as a junior. It’s been a while since UNC has taken interest in an international prospect, but now it sounds like they have done just that. He took unofficial visits to East Carolina and North Carolina, but after N.C. State coach Dave Doeren personally gave him an offer following Baldwin’s appearance at the Wolfpack football camp the deal was essentially done. The Wolfpack was the first to offer in January 2019 and he made several unofficial visits to the State campus over the last year. 54 offensive tackle nationally. 3 in the nation and No. A very physical tackler, Craig has the strength to shed blockers when needed. 2021 four-star linebacker RaRa Dillworth had set his commitment time for 4 p.m. and had cut his list to UNC … The meeting led Coltharp to send a video highlight of Leonard to the UCF staff and to defensive coordinator Randy Shannon taking an immediate interest. Maye received offers from some of college football best programs such as Alabama, Clemson and Ohio State. As a sharp route runner with the ability to change direction in the middle of a route, Baldwin is able to gain separation from defenders. However, if North Carolina can continue riding this wave, they might be able to offer a package that Page can't pass up. He’s a tad shorter than the prototypical defensive tackle, but makes up for it with a hearty work ethic and aggressive nature. Dillworth totaled more than 200 tackles last season, with 107 of those being solos. ESPN.com: 3 stars, No. Though this is only a minor aspect of what goes into a decision, it shows that these recruits are buying what the Heels are selling right now. … Brown made 33 tackles and an interception during his rookie campaign. Given Clemson's proximity and immense success, it is going to be a tough task to keep the Tigers at bay. 2021 four-star linebacker RaRa Dillworth had set his commitment time for 4 p.m. and had cut his list to UNC and Alabama. … Became Jacksonville’s starting quarterback as a junior. Immediately after committing, Dillworth tweeted at fellow his teammate and fellow four-star talent Jahvaree Ritzie. UNC's 2021 class is ranked No. He plays at full speed from snap to whistle, and has the ability to make plays all over the field. 161 wide receiver nationally. Rivals.com: 2 stars, Unranked nationally. It is no surprise that Clemson is consistently a top competitor for UNC in the state, but it is going to play a significant role in how the Tar Heels assert themselves moving forward. Sammy's take: We know Gonzalez can pass block after playing in front of Howell for at least one season. But, in addition to his speed and quickness, I like the way Hall uses his hands and leverage to maneuver blockers out of position. Included in this year's rankings is an in-depth look at each prospect — where they rank in major networks, their statistics and honors, where their recruitment stands and Sammy's personal evaluation. 2021 UNC Football recruiting class, including current Tar Heel commits, targeted recruits, star rankings, etc. … Joined the Alexander Central varsity as a sophomore in 2018 when he made 44 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss and 1.5 sacks. Leonard committed to the American Athletic Conference power on June 24. … Gonzalez has played guard and tackle for the Spartans. Sammy's take: It’s impressive to see a guy Hall’s size line up wide as a receiver in high school. Here are Nos. Sammy's take: Long arms, good hands, the ability to change directions on a dime and sharp route-running make Gill a consistent threat in the passing game. … Returned two of those picks for scores. 247Sports.com: 3 stars, No. Eli Sutton, a 6'7" offensive tackle from Brentwood, TN, is the only current recruit who isn't from NC. Those will translate well when he becomes to being a full-time corner at UNC. Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, which has postponed the North Carolina high school football season until next spring, some of these athletes have elected not to play as seniors. Still, he wound up part of the Cardinals’ class on May 4, choosing Louisville over Boston College and Illinois. The 247Sports rankings are determined by our recruiting analysts after countless hours of personal observations, film evaluation and input from our network of scouts. … Produced 235 yards on six kickoff returns. Not to mention this is the second time in just two months that they have won a recruiting battle against college football titans Alabama. … Earned an invitation to the Blue-Gray All-American game in January. Potts is also versatile enough to play any position on the front line, depending on the defensive alignment. Due to COVID-19 complications, the NCAA will extend the same extra eligibility to winter student-athletes that it previously offered to spring and fall student-athletes. Recruiting trail: After receiving his first scholarship offer from Duke in November 2019, Hall then had Arizona State, Syracuse, Virginia and Virginia Tech follow suit. Notes & numbers: A two-year starter for Sun Valley, including a sophomore season in which he helped protect North Carolina quarterback Sam Howell. But his athletic ability is clear. Several of North Carolina's top talents are still uncommitted and are being heavily recruited by the nation's top schools. … A 7.7 scorer in basketball as a junior. Milestones and moments UNC fans can look forward to this season. Ohio State, Clemson, Florida and Texas are a few of the usual suspects when it comes to annually building some of college football's most impressive recruiting classes. Of course, he’ll need to add some significant weight before he’s ready to step on the field and compete with the Blue Devils. The Wolfpack offered a scholarship when he was on campus for a Junior Day in January, then on May 26 Davis decided to join Richmond wide receiver teammate Jakolbe Baldwin in State’s recruiting class. What came next is what really ignited the flame. 247Sports.com: 3 stars, No. … Cousin Jordan Waters is a running back at Duke. Four-star QB Drake Maye will be joining UNC football program in January. College football recruits you need to keep an eye on in the Class of 2021 Quarterback Jaxson Dart moved from outside of the ESPN 300 to No. … Craig made 89 tackles, 21.5 tackles for loss and 8.5 sacks in earning All-Northwestern 3-A/4-A Conference first-team honors. … Posted four sacks in a single game against rival Hillside and had 3.5 sacks against Vance County. Position: Defensive end. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. There is plenty of time remaining in this recruiting cycle, and a lot can change in a few months. The countdown of top in-state prospects will run in groups of 10 through Sunday. 156 wide receiver nationally. He has not discussed a favorite school but has offered a list of Notre Dame, Clemson, Stanford, NC State, and UNC as his top schools. ESPN.com: 3 stars, No. Mack Brown and staff have dedicated a lot of work into recruiting, but so have the players and commits. He took an unofficial visit to Virginia in late November, but by Jan. 21, 2020, had decided to play for his hometown Blue Devils. Recruiting trail: An impressive list of schools, including Duke, Georgia Tech, N.C. State, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest and West Virginia, offered Brown scholarships. The best thing about Davis is that he’s equally effective blocking for the pass or run. Analysis: These prospects could round out UNC football's 2021 recruiting class Buy Photos The UNC football team runs out of the tunnel before the game against Duke on Saturday, Oct/ 26, 2019. … Had 10 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss and two sacks the next Friday against St. Stephens. 82 defensive end nationally. The pressure is on for a UNC team that is still growing. Shipley is rated as the top all-purpose running back in the country, and the buzz has his name trending towards Clemson and Notre Dame.