That is their highest total since ESPN expanded their rankings in 2012. During the 2019 cycle, UNC flipped quarterback Sam Howell — previously a Florida State commit. A 5-star defensive end prospect, Evans is the No. On Tuesday, the 6-foot-6, 238-pound Evans took to Twitter to post a video about his upcoming announcement: ? Of UNC’s 23 verbal commits, 13 are from the state of North Carolina. Tim Brewster and defensive coordinator Jay Bateman led North Carolina’s efforts for the 6-foot-6 Evans, who plays his prep ball for Lee County High School in Sanford, N.C. Evans ranks as the No. Is FSU's 2020 football recruiting class insurance for Willie Taggart? Miami picks up commitment from 4-star SF Matt Cross. He also scheduled an OV to Virginia Tech for this weekend’s game against North Carolina. Evans, who has long been rumored to favor UNC, finally made it official after unofficially visiting Chapel Hill approximately 10 times in the past year. In less than three hours, we’ll know if UNC has secured the commitment of the local pass-rusher who would … 1 prospect Julian Fleming, a WR committed to Ohio State. Desmond Evans picks UNC pic.twitter.com/AMn5WRmmGi. (ESPN lists Evans as the better prospect, while 247 Sports currently prefers Austin). Long-limbed and built like a basketball power forward. UNC Football: Desmond Evans, ESPN’s #2 recruit in the nation, commits to North Carolina. Neither have played a single snap this season. Anything can happen in the next 60 days. The 2020 recruiting class is also on pace to be their highest ranked recruiting class since 2009 when Butch Davis’ third recruiting class finished at 9th (Rivals), 12th (247 Sports), and/or 13th (ESPN). He never took an official visit to any of his top five schools, but recently took an unofficial trip down to Florida. Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina and Virginia Tech were in the mix, too. The announcement will come at 2 p.m. during the Yellow Jackets pep rally. It’s a safe assumption that Des will not be making it up to Blacksburg as a VIP guest of the Hokies. Here’s a breakdown of the three major recruiting services. Since recruiting rankings have become mainstream and easily accessible, Evans joins Austin as one of the top-two rated defensive recruits to ever land at North Carolina. North Carolina has landed its crown jewel of the 2020 football recruiting class. Anything can happen in the next 60 days. Whichever service you prefer, there is no way to overstate the significance of this commitment. Neither have played a single snap this season. Desmond Evans picks UNC pic.twitter.com/AMn5WRmmGi, — Brant Wilkerson-New (@BrantHeelsMaven) October 18, 2019. ESPN's latest 2020 college football recruiting player rankings are out, led by No. ACC Daily Digest, July 23: Zion signs shoe deal, Cam Reddish signs shoe deal, UNC gets Clemson transfer, Miami lands 4-star DE, ACC Daily Digest, July 9: Theo Pinson re-signs with Nets, Tyus Jones Signs Offer with Memphis, UNC lands 4-star DL Myles Murphy, Virginia Tech emerges as one of the early leaders for 5-star 2022 Jarace Walker, David Bailey has the table set for big season at Boston College in 2020. Desmond. (ESPN lists Evans as the better prospect, while 247 Sports currently prefers Austin). 5-Star DE Desmond Evans Commits to North Carolina over Florida, More Adam Wells @ adamwells1985. As a junior he accounted for 25 tackles for loss and 12 sacks. Class of 2020 defensive end Desmond Evans will announce his college decision on Friday, Oct. 18 at Lee County High School in Sanford, N.C. Mack Brown & North Carolina get a commitment from five-star defensive end Desmond Evans, No. Has added some bulk in recent years, but still considerable room for growth. Hometown Sanford, N.C. School Lee County High School; Position Defensive End; Status Signed North Carolina 10/18/2019 1 player, the nation’s top-ranked defensive end, and the nation’s second-ranked player overall according to ESPN • A member of the ESPN300 • Listed as the No. Owns a high-level first step and initial quickness off the ball. This class isn’t quite to that level, but with six games left in the season UNC still has a few scholarships remaining. Evans picked UNC over Virginia Tech, Florida, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Evans is one of the last remaining targets for North Carolina in the 2020 class and one of the more highly desired and anticipated recruits for the Tar Heels for this cycle. According to MaxPreps, in five games of action this season, Evans has tallied 27 Tackles, 10 TFLs, 4 Sacks, 6 QB hurries and forced a fumble. As we mentioned on Monday, Mack flipped nine recruits in last year’s class and picked up three transfers in the offseason. Poll: How many ACC teams will make a bowl game in 2017? ESPN: 5-stars, #2 (national), #1 (position), #1 (state)247 Sports composite: 5-stars, #22 (national) #2 (position), #1 (state) Rivals: 4-stars, #48 (national), #3 (position), #2 (state). Highly productive with 25 tackles for loss and 12 sacks as a high school junior. Please note that recruits are no longer tracked once they remove UNC from their list or commit elsewhere. A 247Sports Composite five-star prospect, Evans is ranked as the No. Weakside defensive end. On Friday afternoon, five-star defensive end Desmond Evans verbally committed to the Tar Heels. It’s a safe assumption that Des will not be making it up to Blacksburg as a VIP guest of the Hokies. This class isn’t quite to that level, but with six games left in the season UNC still has a few scholarships remaining. According to Rivals’ and 247 Sports’ organic rankings, Evans’ commitment gives UNC four of the top 10 players in the state of North Carolina for the 2020 cycle. Evans is ESPN’s #2 overall recruit. Whichever service you prefer, there is no way to overstate the significance of this commitment. Unprecedented talent depth coming to the ACC? Is at his best when shooting gaps and using his length and range to make plays in pursuit. Evans, who has long been rumored to favor UNC, finally made it official after unofficially visiting Chapel Hill approximately 10 times in the past year. 6'6'' | 240 lbs. Still developing as a pass rusher from a technical standpoint. 1 player on the Fayetteville Observer’s preseason Top 50 list • Tabbed second-team ALL-USA North Carolina by USA Today as a junior • Named to the All-East team • Led Lee County to an 11-1 record, a conference title and 3AA state playoffs • Recorded 69 tackles, 12 sacks, 25 TFL, 16 pressures, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and a blocked punt • Named first-team all-state as a sophomore • Helped the Yellow Jackets finish 12-1 including a trip to the second round of the 3AA playoffs • Posted 45 tackles, 14 sacks and a fumble recovery • Also competed in basketball at Lee County, averaging 11 points and six rebounds per game as a junior • Coached by Steve Burdeau. A five-star prospect tabbed as the state’s No. According to Rivals’ and 247 Sports’ organic rankings, Evans’ commitment gives UNC four of the top 10 players in the state of North Carolina for the 2020 cycle. As a junior he accounted for 25 tackles for loss and 12 sacks. A 247Sports Composite five-star prospect, Evans is ranked as the No. In the meantime, the coaching staff will put the finishing touches on 2020 and use that momentum for the 2021 class. Edit. Is at his best when shooting gaps and using his length and range to make plays in pursuit. Evans projects to be the perfect hybrid OLB/DE for Jay Bateman’s fluid scheme, adding size and length that’s sorely missing from the defensive side of the ball. On Friday afternoon, five-star defensive end Desmond Evans verbally committed to the Tar Heels. Copyright © 2020 Curtis Sports Media, LLC. After attending the season opener in Charlotte where North Carolina dispatched the South Carolina Gamecocks on national television, Evans also visited Chapel Hill for the Clemson and Appalachian State games. Owns a high-level first step and initial quickness off the ball. On Friday afternoon, five-star defensive end Desmond Evans verbally committed to the Tar Heels. Here’s a breakdown of the three major recruiting services. FSU 2020 football recruiting showing positive signs for Taggart, ACC programs land two prospects from the same prep program: 4-star WR Bryce Gowdy commits to Georgia Tech, 4-star RB Jaylan Knighton to FSU. Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images Evans is ESPN’s #2 overall recruit. Evans has a top-five that includes Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia Tech. 2 player in the state and the second-ranked weakside defensive end in the nation according to Rivals • Invited to play in the Under Armour All-America game • Selected to play in the 2019 Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas • Tallied 190 tackles, 37 sacks, 60 TFL, 23 pressures, three forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries during his three prep seasons • An NCPreps.com all-state selection as a senior • Named first-team all-state by MaxPreps • Led Lee County to a 15-1 record, a conference championship, a region championship and a spot in the state championship game • Posted 76 tackles, 11 sacks, 35 TFL, six pressures, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery • Ranked 10th in USA Today’s Chosen 25, a list of the nation’s top players entering 2019 • Was a preseason all-state selection by NCPreps.com and MaxPreps • Ranked as the No. 2 weakside defensive end in the 2020 class. Source: 247Sports. Not to mention at least five seniors on the defensive line and linebacking corps will graduate. Brown landed 5-star prospect Desmond Evans on Friday. North Carolina now owns a consensus top 20 recruiting class in the country and boasts six ESPN300 recruits. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Source: Wake Forest, agent for Danny Manning start buyout negotiations. In the pantheon of coveted UNC recruits, the list is arguably Ronald Curry, Desmond Evans, Marvin Austin, and then everyone else. Desmond Evans. UNC assistant coach Tim Brewster is leading the recruitment of Evans to Carolina. As one of the more talented edge players in the 2020 cycle, projects as a high level Power 5 player with the upside of developing into a first-round draft pick. That seems like a good thing. Is often in the backfield a split-second after the snap. The 2020 recruiting class is also on pace to be their highest ranked recruiting class since 2009 when Butch Davis’ third recruiting class finished at 9th (Rivals), 12th (247 Sports), and/or 13th (ESPN). Will also need to improve his strength at the point of attack. Highly productive with 25 tackles for loss and 12 sacks as a high school junior. #UNC pic.twitter.com/k1NQ02EPiP, — Tom VanHaaren (@TomVH) October 18, 2019. Evans, who has long been rumored to favor UNC, finally made Continue Reading »
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