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UNC Football Spotlights Signing of Elite Athlete Khalil Conley

Khalil Conley has the potential to be a formidable UNC football defensive back.

Matt Giles

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Christ School (N.C.) cornerback Khalil Conley announced his verbal commitment to the UNC football program in early March after checking out the Tar Heels a couple of times in person and attending basketball games in the Dean E. Smith Center. As of Wednesday, he's a UNC signee.

Conley, a 6-foot, 170-pound three-star who also competes in hoops and baseball for his school, ranks No. 937 overall and No. 30 among North Carolina prospects on the 247Sports 2024 Composite. 

The Tar Heels' social media team spotlighted his signing via the following posted hype video and 30-second mixtape of his best plays as a versatile prep:

Here is 247Sports' assessment of Conley as a work-in-progress defensive stopper:

"Conley is a natural playmaker with the physical tools to develop into a collegiate cornerback. His experience at the position is limited — he first gave cornerback a try while wide receiver was his priority throughout the fall — so coaching and development time are required. But, he has great ball skills and instincts, and closes quickly in run support."

Khalil Conley joins 26 others as 2024 UNC football signees in a class that ranks No. 26 in the country and No. 4 in the ACC.

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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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