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UNC Football: Bill Belichick Falls to Gamecocks for Premier RB

One day after visiting the UNC football program, Rahsul Faison committed to South Carolina.

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Former UNC football transfer target Rahsul Faison
Former UNC football transfer target Rahsul Faison / Troy Babbitt-Imagn Images
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Former junior college athlete and two-year Utah State running back Rahsul Faison officially entered the transfer portal on Dec. 18 with one year of eligibility remaining. And on Monday, the four-star talent was in Chapel Hill for an official visit with first-year UNC football head coach Bill Belichick and the Tar Heels.

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Also on Monday, Faison included the Tar Heels among his final six, along with the Alabama Crimson Tide, UCLA Bruins, UCF Knights, Florida State Seminoles, and South Carolina Gamecocks.

But on Tuesday evening, just as Faison was wrapping up his official visit with the South Carolina coaches, On3 national transfer portal reporter Hayes Fawcett reported that the 5-foot-11, 200-pound elusive speedster from Connecticut has committed to the Gamecocks.

Faison, a mere two-star JUCO prospect two years ago, now ranks No. 60 overall and No. 4 among running backs in the transfer portal, per 247Sports. As a senior this season, he racked 1,109 yards and eight touchdowns on only 198 carries, adding 22 receptions for 99 yards.

Meanwhile, the first UNC football transfer collection under Bill Belichick's command contains 12 additions, highlighted by one four-star prospect in former Washington linebacker Khmori House. The Tar Heel haul checks in at No. 33 in the country, per 247Sports, and No. 4 in the ACC.

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Stay tuned to North Carolina Tar Heels On SI for more UNC football transfer portal news.

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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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