4-star NC receiver is Gamecocks’ first commitment for 2028. What to know

Just days after South Carolina wrapped up one of the most impressive recruiting weeks under Shane Beamer — landing four blue-chip 2027 prospects — the Gamecocks already have a head start on the next class.

On Wednesday, Class of 2028 four-star wide receiver Joseph “Jet” Gibbs announced his commitment to USC, becoming the Gamecocks’ first pledge in the class.

A 6-foot-1, 187-pound wide receiver from Haw River, North Carolina, Gibbs is ranked as a Top-300 overall prospect and Top-45 receiver, according to the 247Sports Composite rankings that factor in all networks. He’s also slotted as the No. 10 player in the state of North Carolina.

Nicknamed “Jet,” Gibbs also runs track at Southeast Alamance High School with a 100-meter personal-best time of 10.54 seconds. He also claims to run a 4.35-second 40-yard dash.

I’m very excited and blessed to announce my commitment to THE SOUTH CAROLINA UNIVERSITY!!! GO GAMECOCKS🤙🏽📍@GamecockFB @CoachSBeamer @coachfurrey @zachbendorfSC @SEHSStallionsFB @taguilar21 pic.twitter.com/LSmxS0rrH1

This story was originally published July 8, 2026 at 10:59 AM with the headline “4-star NC receiver is Gamecocks’ first commitment for 2028. What to know.”