UNC Football Capitalizes on Generational Year for In-State Talent

Posted Dec 11, 2020
When looking at which school took advantage of in-state talent in the 2021 football recruiting class, UNC is far and away the choice. The Tar Heels have the No. 12 class in the nation and it is built from home. The Tar Heels have commitments from two of the top five players in the state in 5-star defensive end Keeshawn Silver and quarterback Drake Maye. (247 Sports)

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