Have you heard the latest Vibe about the North Carolina Tar Heels recruiting? It’s pretty exciting, let me fill you in on this whirlwind.
North Carolina just flipped this mid-three-star running back, Joseph “Jojo” Troupe, from Temple! I know, right? He announced it late Sunday night when he talked to Inside Carolina—it’s so cool how these decisions get shared with the world now.
Now, here’s the backstory: Jojo is a 5-foot-8, 190-pound dynamo from Tampa, Florida, who was originally all-in with Temple since he committed back in June. But something changed after he took a visit to Chapel Hill. And guess what? He got to witness an amazing moment—he was there for the Tar Heels basketball team’s overtime win against Boston College. Talk about a way to build excitement, right?
So, here’s how the rankings shake out for him: according to the 247Sports Composite, he’s sitting at No. 1,344 overall and ranked as the No. 101 running back in the nation, plus No. 179 in Florida. Not bad for a guy making a name for himself.
What’s even cooler is Troupe isn’t just a one-man show; he’s the fourth prospect in the 2025 class to commit to the Tar Heels this weekend alone! It started with a mid-three-star defensive lineman, Nicco Maggio, who came on board Friday, and then two linebackers, high-three-star Tyler Houser and Lantz Pascal, committed on Saturday. It’s like UNC is building an epic lineup for the future.
And let’s not forget about family legacy; Jojo’s dad, Joe Troupe, played defensive back and running back at South Carolina back in the ’90s. You can bet the family pride is sky-high with this decision!
So, what’s next? Fans are definitely going to keep an eye on how Troupe’s career unfolds in Chapel Hill. I mean, he could be the spark the Tar Heels need. This is a super exciting time for the team and their recruits—can’t wait to see how it all plays out.