Michigan football flips defensive tackles from Michigan State, Colorado on National Signing Day
ANN ARBOR, Mich. โ Michigan football set off more recruiting fireworks on National Signing Day, flipping Michigan State defensive tackle commit Rayshaun Benny and Colorado defensive tackle commit Ikechukwu Iwunnah. Last week, they landed an important commitment from four-star defensive tackle George Rooks, the No. Perhaps the most high-profile announcement came Wednesday morning, as Michigan flipped Benny, the four-star Oak Park tackle, from rival Michigan State. When he didnโt sign with Michigan State during the early period, it was a sign that perhaps his recruitment wasnโt finished. Shaun Nua, Sherrone Moore and the rest of the defensive staff deserve credit for these recruiting wins.
Recruiting class leaves Michigan football with stacked offense, holes on defense
Cornelius Johnson #6 of the Michigan Wolverines celebrate a fourth quarter touchdown during the game against the Michigan State Spartans at Michigan Stadium on November 16, 2019 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. ANN ARBOR, Mich. โ Michigan football has officially signed 20 new players, and the overwhelming theme of this roster is a stacked offense and a defense with major holes. Offensive firepowerThere will certainly be transfers, NFL draft declarations and possibly even some late additions to the roster before the 2021 season, but as it stands, Michiganโs offense looks completely loaded. All three were stars in high school and highly regarded during the recruiting process. Losing commit Quintin Somerville to UCLA on Wednesday was a major blow for the 2021 class, as now, Kechaun Bennett, T.J.
Michigan football recruiting: 4 victories, 2 major blows for 2021 class on National Signing Day
But the bad news stopped there, as the biggest announcement of the day went in Michiganโs favor. Four-star running back Donovan Edwards, of West Bloomfield High School, chose Michigan over Georgia, Oklahoma, Ohio State and dozens of other offers. That would not have been good news for Michigan, especially since a new defensive staff is likely to take over. Finally, three-star cornerback JaโDen McBurrows went on Instagram Live and chose Michigan over hometown Miami. McBurrows had scholarship offers from Alabama, Georgia, LSU, Ohio State, Penn State, Florida State, Miami and many others.
Michigan football signs No. 12 recruiting class despite 2-4 record, coaching uncertainty
RECRUITING: Michigan footballโs depleted defense loses 2 of top commits on National Signing DayOn-field performance was the most obvious reason to believe Michigan could lose some of its top committed players. The Wolverines lost four of six games this season, including to in-state rival Michigan State and then-winless Penn State. Other than the Michigan State game, the losses werenโt even competitive. Michigan football recruiting: 4 victories, 2 major blows for 2021 class on National Signing DayEven JaโDen McBurrows stuck with Michigan despite a full-court press from his hometown Miami Hurricanes, who enjoyed an 8-2 season. For Michigan to beat out those schools and sign Worthy, Edwards, Hood and McBurrows is a testament to the coaching staffโs ability to overcome enormous recruiting obstacles and keep the class together.
Elite 4-star West Bloomfield RB Donovan Edwards commits to Michigan football
WEST BLOOMFIELD, Mich. โ West Bloomfield running back Donovan Edwards -- a top 50 recruit and the No. 2 player in the state -- committed to Michigan football Wednesday over dozens of other programs. Edwards announced his decision on National Signing Day, choosing the Wolverines over programs such as Georgia, Oklahoma, Alabama, Auburn, Florida, LSU, Ohio State, Notre Dame, Oregon, Penn State, USC, Wisconsin and Michigan State. 2 player in Michigan, Edwards is ranked No. While Michigan was in the mix for Edwards the entire cycle, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Georgia and Oklahoma were also contenders.
Michigan footballโs depleted defense loses 2 of top commits on National Signing Day
Michigan Wolverines defensive coordinator Don Brown reacts to a fourth quarter penalty during the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Michigan Stadium on November 30, 2019 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Ohio State defeated Michigan 56-27. ANN ARBOR, Mich. โ Michigan football was weak on the defensive side of the ball this season, and National Signing Day brought more bad news, as the Wolverines lost two of their top defensive commitments. LATEST: Michigan cancels final game of season vs. Iowa due to COVID-19Indiana dropped 38 points on Michigan, and a week later, Wisconsin scored 49. MICHIGAN HOOPS: Should Michigan basketball be ranked?
Dick's Sporting Goods seeking seasonal employees in Michigan
Dick's Sporting Goods is looking to hire 130 seasonal employees across its 12 Michigan locations on Oct. 16 as part of its "National Signing Day." The company is seeking applicants who are "passionate about sports to draw on their personal experiences and in-depth knowledge to guide, inform, equip and inspire customers this holiday season," according to a media release. Those interested are encouraged to apply online then visit their nearest Dick's on Oct. 16 to be interviewed. Michigan store locations:Rochester HillsNorthvilleChesterfieldNovi (Fountain Walk)BloomfieldSterling HeightsLivoniaCantonRosevilleTroyTaylorBrightonCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Dick's Sporting Goods seeking seasonal employees in Michigan
Dick's Sporting Goods is looking to hire 130 seasonal employees across its 12 Michigan locations on Oct. 16 as part of its "National Signing Day." The company is seeking applicants who are "passionate about sports to draw on their personal experiences and in-depth knowledge to guide, inform, equip and inspire customers this holiday season," according to a media release. Those interested are encouraged to apply online then visit their nearest Dick's on Oct. 16 to be interviewed. Michigan store locations: