The Early Arrivals From The Class Of 2017

Eight new Tar Heel football players arrive in Chapel Hill this weekend to begin their careers as early enrollees.

Each of the program's 4-star commitments for the Class of 2017 are getting a jump start on their college careers as well as a former 4-star prospect, defensive end Jordon Riley, who dropped after suffering an injury. Two other early arrivals are 3-star prospects and the final is a preferred walk-on.

Lawler Says: I will bring Intensity, effort, and passion for the game. I'll play hard and give everything I got day in and day out.

Melton Says: Growing up a fan, I always felt like I was a Tar Heel. I'm Excited to be there, and will play every like it's my last.

Carter Says: I really cant exactly say what i will bring to North Carolina, but just know UNC will get a great person on and off the field. I will go in and just be me, just come ready to work hard run the ball and do whatever Coach Porter and the other coaches ask of me.

Gill Says: As a player I bring leadership skills and my drive. I'm not going to let anybody outwork me.

Cauthen Says: I look forward to playing and being a student-athlete at the collegiate level, at Carolina. I am looking forward to all the challenges I will face and the many new experiences I will have, and I will compete as hard as I can to make our team the best it can be.

Shaw Says: I describe my play as a versatile athlete,that loves to just go out there and make plays all over the field. I am the type of defensive back to not allow you to do what you want. If my team needs me to play 3 different positions to win, that is what you will see me doing.

Riley Says: I can play anywhere on the Defensive line, but prefer to play DT. I love Carolina and when I enroll in January you will see me give it my all. I will attack at will, and make sure I cause some problems inside.

Preferred Walk-On offensive lineman Quiron Johnson is also enrolling early. Here's his Hudl video: