Marshall transfer kicker Rece Verhoff committed to UNC Football on Thursday. Verhoff entered the Transfer Portal on Wednesday. He has one season of eligibility remaining. This past season, Verhoff converted 14 of 19 field goal attempts (73.7 percent) and all 40 of his extra points. That included his lone 50-plus try, a 51-yarder against Georgia Southern.
*UNC Football Bolsters Kicking Game with Marshall Transfer Rece Verhoff*
The University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels have added another talented player to their roster with the commitment of Marshall transfer kicker Rece Verhoff. Verhoff, a 5-foot-11, 190-pounder, brings a wealth of experience and accuracy to the Tar Heels’ kicking game.
*Verhoff’s Background and Stats*
Verhoff spent three seasons with Marshall, where he converted 66.7% of his field goal attempts (38-of-57). As a junior last season, he made 14 of 19 field goal attempts (73.7%) and all 40 of his extra points. His longest successful field goal was a 51-yarder against Georgia Southern. Verhoff has one season of eligibility remaining and is expected to make an immediate impact on the team ¹ ².
*Impact on UNC Football*
With Verhoff’s addition, the Tar Heels are likely to see improvements in their kicking game. Verhoff’s accuracy and range will provide stability to the team’s special teams unit. This move comes after UNC lost its previous kicker, Noah Burnette, who transferred to Notre Dame in December.
*Recent Roster Moves*
The Tar Heels have been active in the transfer portal, adding several talented players to their roster. Some notable additions include:
– *Quarterback Gio Lopez* (South Alabama): A dynamic, left-handed quarterback with the ability to make plays with his arm and legs.
– *Wide Receiver Adrian Wilson* (Colorado): A 6-foot, 170-pound receiver with speed and agility.
– *Punter Jacob Horvath* (Eastern Illinois): A 6-foot-1, 190-pounder with a strong leg and accuracy.
– *Linebacker Mikai Gbayor* (Missouri): A 6-foot-2, 230-pound linebacker with experience and athleticism.
These additions are expected to strengthen the Tar Heels’ roster and improve their competitiveness in the upcoming season ³.
