Kaimon Rucker, Omarion Hampton Sign NIL Deals to Return to UNC Football in 2024

Posted Apr 22, 2024
With the spring transfer portal window open for business, UNC Football took a key step in securing some of its most-desirable players last week as junior running back Omarion Hampton and senior defensive end Kaimon Rucker signed NIL deals with Heels4Life. Both Tar Heels were highly sought in the NIL market this offseason after successful 2023 seasons. (Inside Carolina)

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