2023 running back Kendrick Raphael commits to NC State

Naples (Fla.) three-star 2023 running back Kendrick Raphael has committed to NC State, he announced on Tuesday morning.

The 5-foot-11, 180-pounder chose the Wolf Pack over a handful of other offers and was previously committed to Iowa.

“First off, I want to thank god for blessing me with this opportunity,” Raphael wrote on Twitter. “Thank you to everyone who has supported me throughout my athletic career & my life so far. A special thanks to my mom & dad for helping me get to the point I am today. Thank you to coach Martin, coach Morgan & all the coaches I’ve had for helping me develop into the athlete I am today. I’m super grateful for all the schools who have recruited me & have given me an opportunity to play at the next level all things considered, I know I’ve found my new home. I’d like to announce that I’m committing to North Carolina State University!!!! Thank you to all the coaches involved for giving me an opportunity!”

Raphael is the No. 447 overall prospect and No. 32 running back in the 2023 cycle, according to the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies. He is also the No. 86 player in Florida.

As a senior this fall, he rushed for 1,731 yards and 22 touchdowns on 140 carries.