Offensive Lineman Zion Smith Joins UNC's 2026 Football Recruiting Class

Posted Feb 10, 2025
Class of 2026 offensive lineman Zion Smith committed to the North Carolina Football program Monday, a little over a week after visiting and picking up an offer from the Tar Heels. Smith, a 6-foot-4, 290-pounder from Hyattsville (Md.) DeMatha Catholic High, also was hearing from Maryland, Pittsburgh, Rutgers, South Florida, Syracuse, and Virginia Tech. (Inside Carolina)

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