Led by hosts Cooper Petagna, a 247Sports National Analyst, and Andrew Ivins, 247Sports’ National Director of Scouting, the 247Sports Football Recruiting Podcast airs every Tuesday and Wednesday at Noon ET. Each week, the duo delves into the latest developments in college football, recruiting, and scouting.
On this Wednesday’s episode, 247Sports National Analyst Tom Loy joined the discussion as usual. The focus shifted to the Michigan Wolverines during the show.
In the featured video, the hosts provided a “Heat Check” on the current status of the team under head coach Sherrone Moore.
For a comprehensive overview of the Michigan segment, listeners were encouraged to follow the provided link.
Here are some key highlights regarding the top targets on Michigan’s recruiting board:
– Michigan is actively pursuing Andrew Babalola, one of the nation’s top offensive linemen. Despite strong competition from Alabama, Texas A&M, Stanford, and USC, Michigan remains in contention. Babalola is set to visit various schools in the near future, with a decision expected before his senior season begins.
– The Wolverines are confident in their chances of landing Top247 safety JaDon Blair, despite stiff competition from Notre Dame, Penn State, South Carolina, FSU, and others. Michigan has made significant strides in Blair’s recruitment, with upcoming official visits scheduled to several schools.
– Michigan is vying for running backs Jordan Davison and Marquise Davis, with new running backs coach Tony Alford playing a pivotal role. Texas and Ohio State pose significant threats, but Michigan remains in the mix.
– Top247 offensive lineman Avery Gach is also considering Michigan, despite familial ties to Michigan State. The Wolverines are locked in a tight battle with Ohio State and Michigan State for his commitment.
– Michigan is making a strong push for offensive lineman Michael Carroll, facing competition from Penn State, Alabama, and Georgia. Carroll is scheduled for an official visit to Michigan in June.
– Additionally, Michigan is in contention for several other recruits across various positions, showcasing an improved recruiting strategy under the leadership of key personnel such as Director of Recruiting Sam Popper, General Manager Sean Magee, and Director of Player Personnel Albert Karschnia.
Overall, Michigan’s recruiting efforts appear more organized and efficient compared to previous years, signaling a positive trajectory for the program.
