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UNC Football: Towering Offensive Lineman Signs With Tar Heels

UNC football signee Luke Masterson can deliver "de-cleating" blocks.

Matt Giles

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In early April, following a visit to Chapel Hill, Franklin Road Academy (Tenn.) offensive lineman Luke Masterson pledged his allegiance to the UNC football staff over fellow finalists Duke, Georgia Tech, Vanderbilt, and Wake Forest.

And on Wednesday, the first day of the early signing period on the 2024 trail, the powerful three-star prospect inked his national letter of intent.

He sits at No. 974 overall, No. 72 among offensive tackles, and No. 34 in Tennessee on the 247Sports 2024 Composite.

The Tar Heels welcomed Luke Masterson, one of three 2024 Tar Heel recruiting prizes from Tennessee, to the class via the post below. It includes a hype video and mixtape of some of his eye-popping blocks:

Here is 247Sports recruiting analyst Don Callahan's assessment of Masterson's abilities:

"At 6-foot-6 and 275 pounds, Masterson is an athletic offensive tackle who has experience bookending both sides of the line in high school. When he pulls or works to the second level, he bolts to his target and converts his speed to power to often deliver a de-cleating initial blow.

"In general, he looks to bury defenders with his explosiveness and pad level."

UNC football boasts a 27-deep 2024 recruiting haul that ranks No. 26 in the country and No. 4 among ACC programs.

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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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