A former LSU defensive back appears to be high on the UNC football program's radar

Transfers from across the country are taking advantage of their opportunity to visit potential landing spots.

While programs aim to improve their roster, student-athletes are looking for that right fit for them, aiming to capitalize on the possibility of finding more playing time, profiting on NIL or other various reasons that may have led to the player entering the portal to begin with.

Playing time became an issue for former LSU cornerback Ashton Stamps, a former starter who slid down the depth chart, leading to his departure from the program in October. Looking for a fresh start, Stamps is strongly considering North Carolina as his next stop, as Pete Nakos of On3 reported that the New Orleans-area native took a visit to Chapel Hill that began on Saturday.

More on Ashton Stamps

Through his first two seasons at LSU, Stamps appeared in 24 games, making 17 starts. He recorded 74 tackles to go along with 16 pass breakups, 14 of which came during the 2024 season (and led the entire SEC).

While he put together some impressive numbers competing in the toughest conference that the country has to offer, Stamps' playing time decreased significantly to start the 2025 season. Becoming the "odd man out" in the Tigers' secondary group, Stamps elected to leave the team to preserve a season of eligibility, as he'll have multiple seasons to work with at his next landing stop.

Why Stamps fits at North Carolina

The UNC football program's starting cornerback duo of Thaddeus Dixon and Marcus Allen have both exhausted their eligibility, leaving the Tar Heels with multiple roles to fill among the secondary unit.

North Carolina received good news when Jaiden Patterson announced he'd return for the 2026 season. The Tar Heels definitely need some extra talent around Patterson, as Stamps (given his experience and production within the SEC) would be a very enticing addition to the UNC football program's defensive unit.