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UNC Football Recruiting Prize Sees Giant Leap in Rankings

Future UNC football player Bryce Baker is now considered one of the top 15 quarterbacks in the 2025 cycle.

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Bryce Baker has been committed to UNC football head coach Mack Brown and his crew since late June 2023. At the time of his verbal pledge, the East Forsyth High School (N.C.) standout quarterback ranked No. 300 overall on the 247Sports 2025 Composite and had only three stars by his name.

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As of his Top247 debut this week at No. 160 — marking the third-biggest rise of any recruit in the update — Baker now boasts a No. 161 overall composite ranking. And the newly minted four-star, fresh off more breakout performances in Elite 11 action, sits at No. 14 among quarterbacks and No. 6 among all 2025 North Carolina preps.

Here's what 247Sports director of scouting Andrew Ivins noted in explaining the reasoning behind Bryce Baker's significant rankings bump:

"Dual-threat talent who reminds me a little bit of [Alabama redshirt junior] Jalen Milroe with his muscled-up build. Thought his lower half and upper half were frequently in tune during Elite 11 Finals competition. Baker has a lot to like when you consider the combination of the physical tools, the on-field resumé, and the multiple live exposures this offseason."

The 6-foot-3, 195-pound signal caller is one of three four-stars in a 12-deep 2025 UNC football recruiting haul that currently ranks No. 50 in the country.

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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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