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Top JUCO RB Waymond Jordan Set to Visit UNC Football Program

Perhaps a UNC football offer would lead to the prolific talent backing out of his recent UCF pledge.

Matt Giles

UNC football recruiting prospect Waymond Jordan
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Securing a potential replacement for legendary UNC basketball ball carrier Omarion Hampton is no easy task. But newly hired Tar Heel head coach Bill Belichick has eyes on a few promising options to add prowess to the 2025 cast of running backs in Chapel Hill.

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Evidently, that list now includes the No. 1 running back among junior college prospects in two-year Hutchinson Community College (Kan.) standout Waymond Jordan.

According to the following report from 247Sports' Chris Hummer on Sunday afternoon, the 5-foot-10, 200-pound Jordan will be on campus for his UNC football tour next weekend.

Jordan, who ranks No. 26 overall on the 247Sports JUCO Composite, committed to UCF less than two weeks ago. However, the fact that the former unrated prep from Pensacola, Fla., has locked in a visit with the Tar Heels sure seems to suggest that his recruitment at least remains open to the possibility of suiting up for a six-time Super Bowl champion head coach in the 72-year-old Bill Belichick.

Across his 11 appearances as a sophomore for the Hutchinson Community College Blue Dragons, Waymond Jordan churned out 1,533 yards on 194 carries, equating to 7.9 yards per rushing attempt. He found the endzone 20 times on the ground while also tallying six receptions for 43 yards and one touchdown.

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MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, Duke Blue Devils on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining UNC on SI in 2023, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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