Amare Patterson commits to North Carolina over Georgia, South Carolina

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 10:16 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Amare Patterson commits to North Carolina over Georgia, South Carolina

Summary

Wide receiver recruit Amare Patterson has announced his commitment to the North Carolina Tar Heels. The 2027 prospect chose UNC over offers from the South Carolina Gamecocks, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, and Georgia Bulldogs. Patterson, a four-star recruit from Bluffton High School, is recognized as the top wide receiver in South Carolina and plans to major in architecture. He joins a Tar Heels recruiting class that currently ranks No. 49 nationally. Patterson recorded 48 receptions for 877 yards and 10 touchdowns in his junior year, showcasing significant potential for his collegiate career.

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Key Details

•Patterson is a member of the 2027 recruiting class.
•He is rated as the No. 173 recruit nationally.
•Patterson joins North Carolina as their 16th commitment.
•He has elite speed, with a 10.5-second 100-meter dash time.
•Patterson produced 48 receptions for 877 yards in his junior year.

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10:16 PMYahoo Sports — No. 1 WR in South Carolina announces commitment

What they're saying

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The Georgia Bulldogs have missed out on four-star wide receiver recruit Amare Patterson, who committed to UNC and coach Bill Belichick
— Yahoo Sports

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