NC State sought a large-framed perimeter receiver and secured one at the end of the weekend with Jamar Browder.
Standing at 6-foot-3 1/2 and weighing 205 pounds, Browder from Lake Worth (Fla.) Santaluces Community, committed to the Wolfpack after his official visit, announcing his decision shortly thereafter.
“Everyone was cool and down-to-earth,” Browder shared. “They were easy to get along with, very easy-going. I didn’t meet anyone mean in North Carolina.”
A dual-sport athlete who also plays basketball, Browder had an impressive junior season with 39 catches for 790 yards and 14 touchdowns.
His relationship with receivers coach Joker Phillips was crucial to his decision.
“(Phillips) is very straightforward,” Browder said. “He’s funny, charismatic, and has a playful yet serious demeanor.”
Quarterback CJ Bailey from South Florida was Browder’s host during the visit.
“We’re from the same area, so he understood me,” Browder said. “We bonded well, nothing crazy, just got along.”
“When I join college, CJ will be running the offense, which is great since we already have chemistry.”
Browder had offers from Boston College, Louisville, Syracuse, Georgia Tech, Illinois, Pittsburgh, and West Virginia.
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WHAT JAMAR BROWDER SAYS ABOUT NC STATE
“(Phillips) said he sees potential in me,” Browder noted. “They will provide the platform, and I just need to perform to reach the next level. That’s my goal.”
WHO ELSE WAS IN THE MIX?
NC State was the front-runner, securing Browder quickly after his campus visit. He had another official visit planned to Appalachian State but canceled it before leaving NC State.
HOW JAMAR BROWDER FITS WITH NC STATE
NC State had four commitments but none at the receiver position before Browder. They extended an offer in late January, and Browder provides a significant target on the perimeter. He is ranked No. 103 in Florida, No. 140 receiver nationally, and No. 785 in the 247Sports Composite.
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