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Recent UNC Football Commit 'Coming for That Fifth Star'

Charlotte native Jordan Shipp appears determined to improve his rating before becoming a UNC football receiver.

Matt Giles

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On Saturday night, Providence Day (N.C.) four-star and 2024 UNC football pledge Jordan Shipp racked up 234 yards and three touchdowns on 13 receptions in his team's season-opening 42-35 win over Northwestern (S.C.) at the Keep Pounding High School Classic in Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium.

During the 6-foot-2, 195-pound wideout's performance, Rivals' Adam Friedman posted on social media, "Jordan Shipp is going OFF."

At 1:30 a.m. ET, Shipp, who announced his commitment to the Tar Heels on July 16, responded to that post by pointing out a straightforward motivator behind his eye-popping stat line: "I'm coming for that 5th star."

While it's conceivable Jordan Shipp could achieve that goal, it's worth noting he has a considerable climb ahead, at least on the 247Sports 2024 Composite, before reaching five-star territory. He ranks No. 428 overall in the country, roughly 400 spots below the lowest-ranked five-star prospects, and No. 64 at his position.

Even so, after watching the following highlight of one of Shipp's most impressive catches on the night, courtesy of a pressured long heave from four-star Michigan pledge Jadyn Davis, there's no question that the UNC football staff reeled in a potential gem:

Here's a snippet of the most recent scouting report on Jordan Shipp from 247Sports' Gabe Brooks:

"Good-sized outside receiver who's somewhat of a polished technician considering he's entering his senior year of high school...Excellent short-to-intermediate target who knows how to leverage defenders into breaks and will work the middle of the field with disregard for his own safety. Consistent hands catcher with high-pointing acumen in timing and physical ability...Overall, a smooth operator who knows how to play the position and has produced impressive numbers for a championship-caliber high school team..."

Shipp is one of 26 verbal commits in a UNC football recruiting class that currently ranks No. 25 in the country, per 247Sports.

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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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