Category: Football Recruiting

Cornerback prospect’s Florida visit could trigger flip before signing day

Despite committing to Tennessee on Aug. 23, Onis Konanbanny’s visit with the Gators on Nov. 22 and an upcoming trip have experts predicting a tight race for the cornerback.

The Florida Gators are making headlines once again in the college football recruiting circuit as they aim to secure a commitment from Onis Konanbanny, a talented four-star cornerback from Heathwood Hall Episcopal School in Columbia, South Carolina.

Despite his long-standing commitment to the Tennessee Volunteers since August 2024, Konanbanny has reopened his recruitment following a persuasive late effort by the Florida Gators.

He plans to return to Florida next week to spend time with the team and experience daily life in Gainesville firsthand, assessing how well he integrates with the environment and the dynamics of the team.

Florida’s efforts to bolster their team are evident, with the Gators’ 2025 recruiting class already comprising 25 committed athletes.

Speaking with Swamp247 on Tuesday night, Konanbanny shared insights about his current standing and thoughts on the Florida football program, highlighting the intense recruitment efforts and his considerations as signing day approaches.

Gator’s last-minute effort shifts Konanbanny’s decision

After an official visit that coincided with Florida’s upset victory over Ole Miss, the Gators have intensified their recruitment of Konanbanny. The cornerback spoke with Swamp247 reflecting on the change.

“Man, I’ve been on Tennessee for months now,” Konanbanny said. “Then the last kind of minute, Florida came in there. So I had to take a step back, and you know, really think about my decision.”

DB coach Will Harris’s impact on Konanbanny

“It just felt good to keep on building my relationship with him (Will Harris),” Konanbanny said. “He was there for about an hour or a little bit longer than that, but just got to sit down with him and just talk. Really get a chance to sit and talk one-on-one, and just really speak about everything. Just getting to enjoy each other’s company.

“He just told me he’s going to make me the best corner I can be,” Konanbanny said of Harris’s message to him. “He said I really have the opportunity to get developed and play under him. He said he really wants to be my coach, and he thinks I am someone that can help them, and make an impact. He said the position room there is wide open, and I really have a good opportunity to come in and compete day one.”

Official visit leaves lasting impression

“I thought the way they were playing was phenomenal,” Konanbanny said about Florida’s win against Ole Miss. “They really played awesome. The team showed a lot of perseverance and kept going as the season went on. I feel like they started to play really dangerous because they didn’t give up. They didn’t give up because they love playing for coach (Billy) Napier, and that is who the guy they want to play for.

“They showed me they loved playing for him (Napier),” Konanbanny said. “And when you love playing for your coach, and really love him as a person, you want to give him your all. That is how you have a team come together, and that is what Florida did. They just kept fighting no matter what, and they never quit. I saw the defense on my official, and he kept putting the defense out there, and they were going against a great offense too, and they made plays. They came out on top. It really looked to me like the DB’s were getting developed, and coach Harris is doing a good job building it.”

Upcoming decisions: Florida, Tennessee, others in the mix

With National Signing Day approaching, Konanbanny plans another visit to Florida and remains in discussions with Florida State and South Carolina.

“I am planning on getting back on there next week,” Konanbanny said about his upcoming visit to Florida. “Just for a shadow day, and to hang out with the incoming guys. I want to get in there with the guys in the locker room and see what the day-to-day is like, so I can see how I like it. See how I fit Gainesville and how Gainesville fits me.”

He is also considering revisiting Tennessee.

“Maybe going back to Tennessee and doing sort of the same thing,” Konanbanny said about potential visits. “Shadowing and getting time back around everyone. I don’t have a date set, but it should be in the next few weeks. I want to go check them out one more time before signing day.”

Recruiting Summary

Konanbanny is labeled as a three-star cornerback by On3 and 247Sports, while ESPN and Rivals have him as a four-star.

According to 247Sports, Konanbanny is the No. 50 cornerback in the 2025 recruiting class and the No. 10-ranked recruit in the state of South Carolina.

Konanbanny committed to Tennessee on Aug. 23, but after a visit with Florida on Nov. 22, experts expect the Gators to be in the thick of the race for the cornerback.

The On3 recruiting prediction machine has the Gators favored to land Konanbanny (65.7%) followed by Tennessee (25.2%).

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Florida among top SEC choices for 2026 OL ahead of commitment

Gabriel Osenda, a 6-foot-7 offensive tackle, counts the Gators, Tennessee and others among his top choices ahead of his commitment.

With the Navy All-American Bowl on the horizon on Jan. 11, offensive tackle Gabriel Osenda is inching closer to announcing his college commitment. Among the schools vying for his signature, the University of Florida and the Tennessee Volunteers have distinguished themselves as frontrunners.

Osenda, a towering figure at 6 feet 7 inches and 320 pounds, has expressed a strong affinity for both programs, citing the relationships he’s built with their coaching staffs as a critical factor in his impending decision.

“It’s going to come down to my relationship with the coaches, how they’ve been communicating with me and how they have been recruiting me,” Osenda told Chad Simmons of On3 Sports. “It’s going to come down to who I feel like I have the best relationship with and where I have the best chance to go into the school and for it to feel like home.”

The Gators have made multiple overtures that resonate with Osenda, emphasizing their commitment to him as a priority recruit.

“They’ve (Florida) been with me from the start,” Osenda said. “Talking with coach Billy Napier and coach Jonathan Decoster, whenever I call them or text them, they make me feel like I’m a top priority for them. Florida is a great place. I played there for one year in high school. I have a lot of connections there and I have a lot of people I know there.”

Osenda continued, “It feels like a great environment and has a lot of great opportunities, even outside of football. When I was up there talking with Coach Napier and Coach Rob Sale, they made me feel known. Being able to talk to the head coach easily on the visits, it gets you excited for the type of program they’re running. They’re building something special up there.”

As decision day approaches, Osenda remains contemplative about where he will best be able to flourish both on the field and as a student. With Florida and Tennessee leading the charge, the race to secure his commitment continues to be closely contested by other notable programs, including Alabama, Georgia and Ole Miss.

Recruiting Summary

Osenda is a consensus three-star recruit out of Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee. According to 247Sports, he is the No. 31-ranked offensive tackle, No. 11-ranked prospect in the state of Tennessee and No. 386 overall in the 2026 recruiting class.

On3 has Osenda as the No. 25 offensive tackle, No. 10-ranked prospect in Tennessee and No. 364 overall in the class. Also, according to the On3 recruiting prediction machine, Tennessee is the favorite to land Osenda (94.1%) followed by Ole Miss (2.8%) and Florida (<1%).

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Nation’s 2nd-ranked 2026 TE plans Junior Day visit to Florida

After visiting the Swamp for a gameday in October, blue-chip tight end Kaiden Prothro plans a return to Gainesville for Florida’s upcoming Junior Day.

Bowdon (Georgia) tight end [autotag]Kaiden Prothro[/autotag] is one of the class of 2026’s top tight ends, and Florida continues to push for the Peach State product with all eyes in the recruiting world turning to the juniors.

Approaching 6 feet 7 inches and a sturdy 210 pounds that’s leaned down through high school, Prothro could be the next great pass-catching tight end in the Southeastern Conference. Florida is pitching the [autotag]Kyle Pitts[/autotag] comparison, and Georgia is likely invoking Brock Bowers in its own pitch to Prothro.

After standing out as an underclassman during the Under Armour All-American Bowl practices, Prothro’s next trip will be to Gainesville for a second look at the Florida Gators on Jan. 11.

“(Tight ends) Coach (Russ) Callaway actually called me the other day,” Prothro said to Gators Online. “He texts me about every other day, just talking to me, seeing what I’m up to and when I’m coming back down. I think I’m going down there on the 11th for junior day, so I’ll be down there with them just building relationships.”

Prothro doesn’t have any other visits set up, but he’s already been to Georgia six times and Auburn and Ole Miss four times each. Florida will now own two of his four most recent trips, but Georgia and Auburn are much closer drives for him. Prothro says schools outside a four-hour radius are battling a potential dealbreaker.

He last visited The Swamp in October for Florida’s Week 8 win over Kentucky. It was DJ Lagway’s first game as the full-time starter and Florida has become a prominent landing spot for pass catchers since.

“DJ Lagway is playing well for them and they have some recruits coming in,” Prothro said to On3’s Chad Simmons after the visit. “Florida, they’re a football team that plays hard and produces tight ends like Kyle Pitts, who plays for the Falcons. That makes them a top contender for me.”

Recruiting Summary

Star Ratings

Prothro is a consensus four-star recruit ranked inside the top 75 nationally by every major service. ESPN is the highest on him at No. 17 overall.

The 247Sports composite has him at No. 22 overall and No. 2 among tight ends in the class of 2026, while the On3 industry ranking puts him at Nos. 41 and 2, respectively.

Predictions

Georgia is the favorite to land Prothro with 28.1% odds on the On3 recruiting prediction machine, followed by Auburn (16.5%), Ole Miss (14.2%) and five other teams with 6.0%, including Florida State and Miami. Florida has the worst chance of nine schools in the race with 3.2%, but that could change with the upcoming visit.

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Florida’s 2026 blue-chip QB commit impresses in Under Armour game

Looking at 2026 4-star QB commit Will Griffin’s Under Armour game performance, as well as his connection with the Gators and future teammates.

The annual 2025 Under Armour All-American Game took place on Thursday in Deland, where six future Florida football players competed in one of the nation’s premiere high school all-star events. Among those competing was four-star quarterback commit [autotag]Will Griffin[/autotag], who made his mark in limited action.

The junior out of Tampa (Florida) Jesuit in the 2026 cycle finished 11-for-22 passing for 82 yards in the game. Griffin got into the action after Alabama Crimson Tide commit Keelon Russell suffered an injury in the second half, helping Team Icon defeat Team Unstoppable, 31-19.

“Playing QB in an all-star game with only limited practice windows isn’t easy. But Griffin, one of the juniors chosen to play in this event, did some good things,” Gators Online’s Keith Niebuhr begins in his game summary.

“For one thing, he was patient in the pocket for the most part despite not always having time to throw and made a few nice passes downfield — one to (Gators wide receiver signee Vernell) Brown. Often, he smartly threw to the shorter routes.

“He took a lot of hits but to his credit didn’t get rattled. Griffin’s throws generally lacked the velocity you saw from five-star Alabama signee Keelon Russell, so that’s a good measuring stick for him and something he can work on moving forward,” he concludes.

Griffin’s commitment to Florida

The blue-chip passer gave his word to the Orange and Blue last June and it appears that he is all in at the University of Florida.

“I just love Coach Napier and Coach O’Hara,” Griffin told Swamp247. “It’s always been a dream school of mine. A lot of my family members went there, I’ve been to numerous, numerous games, and I just love the atmosphere. I love the Swamp — especially for a night game. Love the fans. I really love (the staff) and they really love me. So it’s perfect. I’m a Gator and that’s how it’s going to be.”

Griffin is particularly enamored with Florida’s current skipper, who has seen some tough times on the field and in the media during his tenure with the team, but still manages to show up for his players and recruits.

“Coach Napier is awesome. He pours everything he possibly can into those guys. They all believed in him from the beginning. I did when I committed, I said this is where I want to be, I believe in you.

“Like I said, there’s going to be up and downs in every season, every team, I don’t care who you are. Especially in the SEC. We finished out strong, that’s what matters, and everyone still believes in him.”

Taking on leadership role with Gators

Ahead of his final season at the prep level, he has accrued 9,765 yards through the air and 106 passing touchdowns over the course of his high school career. With great performance comes great responsibility.

“I’ve always been the guy where, I’m young, and I’m the quarterback. I’ve always had people tell me, even though you’re young, you have to step up and be a leader this year,” Griffin told Swamp247. “I really have to fulfill that role now, especially being a senior (this fall).

“So I think the biggest thing for guys in high school is the brotherhood and the leadership. So I need to up my leadership standpoint on the field and off the field. Those things matter, like body language. All of those things are contagious. If guys see someone doing the little things right, and then the big things right, that’s someone they want to follow. You have to set an example.”

Griffin to Brown connection

Speaking of [autotag]Vernell Brown III[/autotag], Florida’s incoming four-star legacy wide receiver, the two have a connection that stretches back to middle school and continues into this year’s Under Armour game — and hopefully into the future as well.

“When Will committed, I looked at his film, and he’s a pretty good player,” Brown III told Swamp247. “I actually knew Will when I was younger in middle school. He was my quarterback for a very short period of time.

“Will’s a good player, and I’m excited to have him. I haven’t looked much into the 2026 class, obviously because I am trying to get (to Gainesville) and get situated. Definitely know Will, definitely saw his film, and know he’s a good player.”

Recruiting Summary

Griffin is ranked No. 151 overall and No. 11 at his position nationally according to the 247Sports composite while the On3 industry ranking has him at Nos. 142 and 11, respectively.

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Ty Jackson discusses flip to Florida, impact of Austin Armstrong’s departure

Four-star linebacker Ty Jackson talked about his flip to the Gators and the departure of co-defensive coordinator Austin Armstrong.

Florida football’s recruitment efforts have been nothing short of dramatic as the early signing period approaches, culminating in a significant victory for Billy Napier’s team with the commitment flip of Ty Jackson, a standout linebacker from Seminole Ridge High School in Loxahatchee, Florida.

Ranked as a four-star prospect, Jackson’s decision marks a major win for the Gators, who had been fervently pursuing him since the summer.

Jackson’s recruitment journey started in Florida but took a significant turn after his inaugural college visit with the USC Trojans, where he committed soon after.

Despite the setback, the Florida coaching staff remain undeterred. Their persistence was rewarded when Jackson revisited Gainesville for the Gators’ victory over Ole Miss—an event that reignited his interest and eventually led to his commitment flip.

“It was a building thing,” Jackson told Swamp247. “They never let go, even after I committed to USC. They made Gainesville feel like home.”

Jackson admitted that he was already leaning back towards Florida before the Ole Miss game, but the Gators’ upset victory and strong finish to the season solidified his decision.

“It was during the visit,” Jackson said of when he decided to come to Florida. “Seeing the adversity that the team went through (during the season). It didn’t start off like everyone expected, but it finished on a good end.”

Jackson also noted that he still would’ve leaned towards the Gators even if they didn’t have the turnaround late in the season.

“I still feel like I would,” Jackson said. “Just because of the closeness to home. (The season turnaround), was surprising, but the thing that I liked was they stuck to it, stayed as a team.”

While Jackson is excited about his future as a Gator, he acknowledged the recent departure of co-defensive coordinator Austin Armstrong, who played a pivotal role in his recruitment.

“Me and Armstrong talked about it,” Jackson said. “Great decision for him, and I wish him the best.”

Armstrong’s move to Houston as their new defensive coordinator was bittersweet for Jackson, but he remains optimistic about the defensive coaching staff, particularly with Ron Roberts still in place.

“I feel like it’s good faith, even if it’s a slip-up, I know Roberts is going to be there,” Jackson said. “I know Roberts is still there, helping the linebackers out. Just looking at him right now. We still have the same connection since he (Armstrong) left. I think he did good this year.”As Florida football looks forward to integrating Jackson into their defense, the team’s late-season surge and effective recruiting strategy appears to be setting the stage for a promising future.

Recruiting Summary

Jackson is a four-star linebacker who ranked as the No. 114 overall prospect in the country and the No. 11 ranked linebacker in the 2025 recruiting class, according to the 247Sports composite.

The On3 industry ranking has Jackson at No. 133 in terms of national rankings and the 13th-best linebacker in the 2025 recruiting class. ESPN has Jackson as the No. 1 linebacker in the 2025 recruiting class.

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Florida football out in front for coveted blue-chip 2026 receiver

The Gators are on top for four-star WR Naeem Burroughs out of Jacksonville Bolles in the 2026 cycle.

The season might be over for Florida football but the efforts on the recruiting front never slow these days.

One of the Gators’ top targets in the 2026 cycle is four-star wide receiver [autotag]Naeem Burroughs[/autotag] out of Jacksonville (Florida) Bolles, who is still whittling down his options ahead of his high school senior season. The Orange and Blue appear to be among his top targets so far.

As of the new year, the 5-foot-11-inch, 160-pound pass-catcher is down to six schools, which in addition to Florida also includes the Clemson Tigers, Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Texas Longhorns, Wisconsin Badgers and Florida State Seminoles. However, those names are not written in stone as of yet, but the Gators seem to have the inside edge.

“I would say Florida (is in front), because they were my first offer, and they’ve always been there consistently,” Burroughs told Swamp247. “Coach (Billy) Gonzales is a great coach, Coach (Billy) Napier has never stopped showing love. He’s continued showing love.”

The good vibes surrounding the program do not stop there.

“I feel like they have a great energy. It’s hard to be down around them. They come around and pick up the energy, so they pick you up whenever you come around them.”

As for what Burroughs is looking for in his final destination, it is all about the passing game and the coaching staff.

“Scheme of offense,” he notes. “I don’t really want to go to a run-heavy school. Energy from coaches. A lot of coaches, you can be real close with the receiver coach, but the head coach doesn’t really want you there, or show he wants you there. So that means a lot.

“Making sure the head coach is invested in not just me, but also my parents. Trying to get to know me and my family as a whole, and not just me as a football player. Coaches that want me to come there and be a better man.”

Recruiting Summary

Burroughs is ranked No. 59 overall and No. 10 at his position nationally according to the 247Sports composite while the On3 industry ranking has him at Nos. 61 and 9, respectively.

On3’s recruiting predictions have Florida out front with a 38.6% chance of signing him, followed by FSU (20.5%) and Wisconsin (17.6%).

247Sports’ Andrew Ivins also provided the following extended scouting report:

“Also runs track. Member of a 4×100 team that captured a gold medal at FHSAA 2A meet freshman season. Also qualified for regionals in the 100-meter dash after posting a personal-best 11.08 (1.1) at districts. Owns a 6-0.75 effort in the high jump, as well.”

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Four-star ATH, former Lagway teammate includes Florida in top 8

One of DJ Lagway’s former teammates, four-star athlete Jermaine Bishop Jr., has named Florida among his top eight schools.

A reunion between DJ Lagway and former high school teammate [autotag]Jermaine Bishop Jr[/autotag]. could happen in Gainesville.

Jermaine Bishop Jr., a four-star athlete out of Willis High (Texas), narrowed down his options to eight programs on Friday — Florida, Houston, Michigan, Penn State, Oklahoma, Texas, Texas A&M and USC — according to 247Sports.

Bishop plays on both sides of the ball right now for Willis and could play either defensive back or wide receiver in college. He’s recorded 112 total tackles (76 solo) and 13 interceptions on defense and 3,470 all-purpose yards and 44 total touchdowns on offense through three seasons. He’s also a threat on special teams as a kick returner.

Although Bishop isn’t revealing much about his thought process, several obvious factors are at play. Texas and Texas A&M have a home-state advantage, USC has been the team linked with him and Florida having Lagway as the clear starter for the next two years provides some familiarity.

Recruiting Summary

Bishop is a four-star recruit by 247Sports and Rivals’ measure, but On3 and Rivals still have him listed as a three-star talent. Both major composite rankings grant him the fourth star.

The 247Sports composite is higher on Bishop, ranking him No. 184 overall and No. 11 among athletes in the class of 2026, while the On3 industry ranking has him at Nos. 281 and 22, respectively.

The On3 recruiting prediction machine favors Florida to land Bishop, giving the Gators 52.3% odds to sign him. Oklahoma is second on that list with 24%, followed by Texas A&M (1.9%) and 14 teams tied at 1.4% odds.

247Sports scouting report

“Monstrously productive two-way skill standout who could play receiver or defensive back at the P4 level,” 247Sports scouting analyst Gabe Brooks wrote in a July report.

“Scored sophomore touchdowns four different ways: receiving, rushing, interception return, kick return. Elite ball skills, especially when projected to corner. Ten INTs in first two high school seasons. Adequate height with a lean, narrow, slight build, but good length and plays far above his weight from a physical perspective.

“Averaged 7.7 ppg in basketball; resulting body control, functional athleticism show in pads. More initial accelerator than top-end burner. Narrow build may create issues against bigger, stronger receivers. Early corner projection hinges on the height/length data, but awareness, ball skills, and playmaking knack could easily translate to a center field-like safety role. Not the biggest or the fastest, but one of the best pure football players in the country entering the 2024 season.

“Physical attributes, multi-sport profile, and mountains of on-field evidence suggest the potential to become a P4-caliber impact player who could develop into a pro prospect in the long run.”

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Tight end Cameron Kossmann commits to Florida football

Following his official visit, Kossmann has committed with the Gators after previously being committed with Penn.

Tight end Cameron Kossmann has committed to the Florida Gators following an official visit this past weekend.

Kossmann was previously committed to Penn in October, but his recruitment gained new momentum last Tuesday when Florida extended an offer to him,

Kossmann, a 6-foot-6-inch, 240-pound tight end out of Marquette Senior High School in Chesterfield, Missouri, paid a visit with Florida on Dec. 20 coordinated by tight ends coach Russ Callaway.

Just a day after he stopped in Gainesville, Kossmann committed to the Gators.

Florida’s 2025 class now boasts 25 verbal commitments, a diverse group of athletes poised to sustain the team’s competitive edge. Among these are high-profile recruits such as five-star wide receiver Dallas Wilson and four-star wide receiver Vernell Brown III.

The addition of Kossmann complements a Gators recruiting class rich in both skill and potential.

Recruiting summary

Kossmann is ranked as the No. 172 tight end in the 2025 class and the No. 47 recruit in the state of Missouri by 247Sports.

Kossmann initially committed to Columbia on Aug. 12, but decommitted on Sept. 25. He then pledged to Penn on Oct. 24, only once again to reconsider his decision. Ultimately, Kossmann decommitted from Penn and finalized his commitment by signing with Florida on Dec. 23.

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5-star WR Dallas Wilson signs with Florida football after flip from Oregon

Highly touted 5-star WR Dallas Wilson had signed with the Gators following a late flip from Oregon.

Highly touted five-star wide receiver Dallas Wilson has signed with the Florida Gators, the program announced on Sunday Night.

This move comes shortly after Wilson requested out of his Financial Aid Agreement signing papers with the Oregon Ducks last week and after his visit to Gainesville this past weekend, the receiver decided that he wanted to be a part of the Florida football program.

Wilson, a 6-foot-3-inch talent from Tampa was one of the top recruits in the nation, known for his explosive speed and impressive ball-catching skills. His decision to join the Gators is seen as a major win for Florida head coach Billy Napier and his coaching staff.

With the departures of senior receivers Elijhah Badger and Chimere Dike, Florida was looking to add some more depth to the wide receiver room. Wilson’s arrival promises to provide ample depth and talent to this critical group of pass-catchers for quarterback DJ Lagway.

As Wilson prepares to start the next chapter of his collegiate career, Gator Nation is hopeful that his impact will lead to a more dynamic and powerful offense, ready to compete among the best in the SEC.

Recruiting Summary

Wilson, a 6-foot-3-inch, 195-pound wide receiver out of Tampa Bay Tech High School in Tampa, had 41 receptions for 677 yards and nine touchdowns in 11 games during his senior season this past year.Wilson committed to Oregon on Dec. 4, but decommitted just two weeks later on Dec. 19. Shortly thereafter, he signed with Florida on Dec. 22.

247Sports ranks Wilson as the No. 26 overall prospect in the 2025 recruiting class and the No. 4 ranked wide receiver in the 2025 recruiting class.

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UNC football’s top Class of 2025 recruit signs Letter of Intent on Wednesday

UNC officially landed its quarterback of the future on Wednesday.

The North Carolina Tar Heels continue to win on the football recruiting trail, particularly given their recent hire of Bill Belichick as head football coach.

UNC’s greatest victory, so far, was getting 4-star quarterback Bryce Baker to re-assure his commitment on Saturday.

Baker, North Carolina’s top recruit in the 2025 class, further solidified his commitment when he joined Belichick at halftime of the UNC-La Salle basketball game.

On Wednesday, December 18, Baker officially locked himself into Chapel Hill.

In a small ceremony at East Forsyth (NC) High School, where Baker starred as the Eagles’ starting quarterback over the past two seasons, Baker signed his Letter of Intent in front of coaches, teammates and family.

Baker threw for 6.605 yards, 79 touchdowns and just eight interceptions at East Forsyth, leading his team to four state playoff victories. Baker also showcased his abilities as a dual-threat QB, running for 536 yards and nine more scores on the ground.

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With the Tar Heels uncertain about their 2025 starting quarterback, Baker has a golden shot to start from Day One. He’ll be competing with at least Max Johnson, the former Texas A&M and LSU transfer, who broke his leg in North Carolina’s 2023 opener at Minnesota.

Baker has a lot to be excited about as UNC’s likely quarterback of the future. His offensive line already has two key pieces, with 2024 starters Aidan Banfield and Austin Blaske recently withdrawing from the transfer portal, plus he now has a former SEC tight end in Connor Cox to catch passes.

Don’t be surprised to see others follow in Baker’s footsteps, whether withdrawing from the transfer portal or flipping their commitments to the Tar Heels.

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