
Jahvaree Ritzie is a former collegiate defensive tackle who formerly represented North Carolina from 2021 to 2024. At the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, he measured in at 6’4 and 294 lbs, with an arm length of 33.25 inches and a hand size of 10.25 inches. His prospect grade, 5.68, projects him to compete for a role in the bottom of the roster or become a practice squad member in the pros. His Next Gen Stats score of 65 is considered average, as per Next Gen Stats (via NFL’s official website).
The 2024 third-team All-ACC honoree defensive lineman committed to the North Carolina Tar Heels football program, where he played from 2021 until the end of the 2024 season. Jahvaree’s four years at North Carolina saw him get game time in 51 contests. Ritzie became a mainstay in the lineup as soon as he enrolled at the University of North Carolina by appearing in all 13 games as a freshman. Following that, he played in double-digit games each season for the next three years, as reported by the University of North Carolina's official website. Ritzie tallied 138 total tackles, 12 tackles for loss, nine sacks, and two forced fumbles wearing the Carolina's Blue and White jersey, as per Sports Reference.
Jahvaree Ritzie's mother

Jahvaree Ritzie’s mother’s name is Kindra Ritzie. He also has a brother named Jahanaul and competes in track and field. Kindra was a heptathlete at SUNY Brockport during her college days (via University of North Carolina's official website). According to Kindra Ritzie’s Facebook profile (K Bianca Ritzie), she is from Rochester, New York. Kindra is a Professional School Counselor, as per Kindra’s LinkedIn account.
FAQs on Jahvaree Ritzie
A. Jahvaree Ritzie is from Kernersville, North Carolina, as per NFL's official website.
A. Jahvaree Ritzie plays as a defensive tackle.
A. Jahvaree Ritzie played for the North Carolina Tar Heels.