UNC Football program has secured a commitment from four-star EDGE prospect Zavion Griffin-Haynes from the Class of 2026. This in-state player has announced his decision to join the UNC football program.
Griffin-Haynes is the second commitment in the Class of 2026, following quarterback Zaid Lott from Charlotte’s Providence Day School. He is recognized as a 247Sports Composite four-star prospect and is rated as the ninth overall prospect in North Carolina. At just 16 years old, he stands an impressive 6-foot-6 and weighs 220 pounds, indicating that he can add significant muscle through a college strength and conditioning program.
BREAKING: Four-Star EDGE Zavion Griffin- Haynes (2026) has Committed to North Carolina, he tells me for @on3recruits
The 6’6 230 EDGE from Rolesville, NC chose the Tar Heels over Ohio State, Miami, Tennessee, & NC State
“The Start of Something Special.”https://t.co/gsAblcaqXj pic.twitter.com/GtGJ336l3d
— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) September 8, 2024
In the previous season at Rolesville High, Griffin-Haynes played as a defensive end, recording 65 tackles (26 for a loss), 4.5 sacks, and 20 quarterback pressures. His remarkable production at such a young age attracted interest from major programs in the ACC, Big Ten, and SEC. Ultimately, he chose UNC over four other finalists: Ohio State, NC State, Miami, and Tennessee.
With some additional growth and training, Griffin-Haynes has the potential to excel in Chapel Hill. We look forward to following his journey in the coming years!
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