Carmelo McKenzie is a three-star recruit from York, PA, out of IMG Academy (No. 1,566 in the 2026 class) who has not played in NC State's 8 games this season.
Where McKenzie comes from
- York, PA
- IMG Academy
- IMG Academy is about 600 miles from Carter-Finley Stadium
- Three-star, No. 1,566 in the 2026 class.
Where McKenzie fits
NC State lists 21 offensive linemen this season.
NC State offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 33rd in the country in passing-downs success rate this season (a team number).
NC State is 4-4. Next: vs Duke, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
From IMG Academy
Also from York, PA
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for NC State.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 33rd nationally in passing-downs success rate this season. See the full unit breakdown →
NC State has produced 6 All-Conference offensive linemen and 1 All-American. 7 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2016. Ikem Ekwonu was one of them, an All-American.
Joined NC State in 2026
- 2026 NC State DoerenYear 1 · Games –
- High school IMG AcademyBradenton, FL · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 1,566 in the 2026 class. Signed with NC State.Also from IMG Academy: Ellis Robinson IV (Georgia), Jordan Seaton (LSU), Michael Carroll (Alabama) and 62 more.
2026
- Signed with NC StateThree-star, out of IMG Academy
