2027 Ohio DL Carter Napier Becomes Latest Notable WVU Football Recruit to Book OV

Ohio defensive lineman Carter Napier becomes the latest notable WVU football recruit to schedule an official visit, publishing the dates of his weekend trip on Saturday.

Posting that he’s “locked in,” Napier spend June 5-7 in Morgantown to experience what life would be like as a Mountaineer.

Napier announced his West Virginia offer on Monday, March 23, saying WVU defensive line coach William Green called him directly to express their interest. Recently, he spent time with the coaches while visiting for spring practice.

A product of Springboro High School, Napier is listed at 6-foot-3 and 265 pounds. He’s considered a top 40 Ohio player for his class and just outside the top 100 defensive lineman nationally.

He was a First Team All-Conference player in 2025, sparking about 15 offers, including some from Power Four programs beyond West Virginia. Napier also has offers from Iowa, Iowa State and Pitt as well as lower level schools like Air Force, Army, Central Michigan, East Michigan, Kent State, Miami (OH), Toledo and UConn.

Wisconsin has shown interest and invited Napier to spring practice, but has yet to extend an official offer.

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