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UNC Football Junior Reveals Plan to Enter Transfer Portal

UNC football's Kedrick Bingley-Jones will soon graduate and take his talents to another school.

Matt Giles

UNC football defensive lineman Kedrick Bingley-Jones (Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports)
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UNC football defensive lineman Kedrick Bingley-Jones has a few years of eligibility remaining. But the fourth-year Tar Heel now intends to suit up elsewhere, as he announced on Monday that he'll be entering the transfer portal.

This season, the 6-foot-4, 305-pound Bingley-Jones saw action in only four games, recording two solo tackles, including one for a loss.

Here's part of the statement the Providence Day product from Concord, N.C., posted on social media:

"I would first like to thank God for putting me in a position and allowing me to graduate from a school I love and play a sport I am passionate about. I am so blessed and I thank God for every opportunity I have and for guiding me on my path...

"Having spent the last four years at Carolina here have truly been a dream come true. I have loved being a part of this campus community. I am excited to graduate this semester from UNC with my degree. My time at UNC has been so special, and I wouldn't trade these past four years for the world.

"After much thought, discussions with my family, and prayer, I have decided to enter the transfer portal...

"I will forever be a Tar Heel and a proud soon-to-be alum! #41."

Kedrick Bingley-Jones arrived in Chapel Hill in 2020 as a four-star prospect, ranking No. 151 overall and No. 6 in North Carolina on the 247Sports 2020 Composite. But he totaled only eight tackles across his 26 games as a Tar Heel.

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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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