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UNC Football Locks in Aggressive Defensive Lineman From Florida

UNC football recruiting prize Peter Pesansky "plays with nastiness."

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Jesuit School (Fla.) defensive lineman Peter Pesansky, one of five 2024 UNC football signees from "The Sunshine State," visited the Tar Heels and Oklahoma during his recruitment. The 6-foot-3, 285-pound three-star ultimately committed to Mack Brown and his crew in April and signed his national letter of intent earlier this week.

Pesansky, who also plays basketball and lacrosse for his school, sits at No. 722 overall, No. 80 at his position, and No. 101 among Florida preps on the 247Sports 2024 Composite.

After getting word of his signing, the Tar Heels' social media team spotlighted Pesanky's signing by posting these highlights and hype video:

As 247Sports' Don Callahan sees it, any scouting report on Pesansky should center on his impressive leadership qualities as an aggressive defender in the trenches:

"Pesansky possesses the perfect temperament for a Power 5 defensive tackle — he's tenacious, and plays with nastiness. Those intangibles coupled with a non-stop motor help the 6-foot-3, 285-pounder compensate for the lack of ideal size. He’s a natural leader who plays with a contagious energy."

Peter Pesansky is among 27 prizes in the 2024 UNC football recruiting class. It ranks as the nation's No. 26 haul, as things stand.

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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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