Posted on Wed, Feb 3, 2010 : 10:50 a.m.
Recruiting: Michigan football 2010 commitment list
By Dave Birkett
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Notes: Picked Michigan in December after originally committing to West Virginia. From the same school as current Wolverines Martavious Odoms, Vincent Smith and Brandin Hawthorne. Played defensive end as a prep.
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Notes: Four-year starter at quarterback totaled more than 7,000 yards of total offense. Will play cornerback in college. Originally committed to Stanford.
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Notes: Ohio's Division 3 co-Defensive Player of the Year. Can play defensive tackle, defensive end or "quick" outside linebacker at Michigan. Brother plays at Indiana, where he originally committed. Also pledged to Cincinnati before deciding on Michigan.
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Notes: Top-ranked player in Michigan's class and No. 99 overall by Rivals.com. Will play in the Big 33 Pennsylvania vs. Ohio all-star game. Also considered UCLA and West Virginia.
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Notes: Slot receiver/return man finished as Parkview's all-time leader in receiving and total yards. Had seven career kick- and punt-return touchdowns. Won one football and two baseball state championships.
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DB (6-0, 175) Boyd Anderson (Fla.)
Notes: Ran 4.25 40-yard dash. Recorded 75 tackles and four intereceptions his senior season. Listed as second-best safety prospect by Scouts. Didn’t announce decision until Wednesday. Also recruited by Florida, Florida State and others.
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Notes: Rushed for 2,220 yards and 36 touchdowns as a senior, but will play outside linebacker at Michigan. Still recovering from a sprained left PCL. One of the fastest players in Michigan's class. Father, Tyrone, played defensive line at Maryland.
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Notes: Dual-threat quarterback is the most prominent player in Michigan's class. Ranked No. 31 overall in the country by The Sporting News. Attended the Elite 11 quarterback camp. Also recruited by Florida and LSU.
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Notes: Ranked the nation's No. 4 punter by Scout.com. Played cornerback as a junior and tight end as a senior. Brother, Chris, punts for Indiana.
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Notes: Broke former Purdue star Steven Ennis' school rushing record with almost 5,000 yards. A candidate to replace Brandon Minor as Michigan's power back. Father played baseball at Kansas State.
Notes: Father is Michigan running backs coach Fred Jackson. Played in the Hawaii/Polynesia-Mainland all-star game. Polished receiver led Washtenaw County with 47 catches for 573 yards. Also played safety this year.
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Notes: Intercepted seven passes and returned two punts for touchdowns as a senior. Led Rummel to the state finals. Said Rummel coach Jay Roth: "Just because you don’t see no stars by Carvin’s name doesn’t mean he’s not a player."
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Notes: Only played two years of high school football. Michigan offered during spring of his sophomore season, before Jones had taken a prep snap. Played receiver in the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas all-star game and could wind up there or on defense as a Wolverine.
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Notes: South Carolina native attended the same high school as current Wolverines Fitzgerald Toussaint and Isaiah Bell. Had three interceptions last season. Projects as a weak inside linebacker, the same spot Jonas Mouton plays, at Michigan.
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Notes: Moved to Ann Arbor from Orlando over the summer. Led Pioneer with 35 catches for 669 yards and 10 touchdowns. Ranked the No. 89 player in the country by The Sporting News.
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Notes: Played tackle in high school but will transition to center during spring practice. Blocked for four 1,000-yard rushers in his career. Also played defensive tackle for Avon Lake. Said Rivals.com recruiting editor Jeremy Crabtree: "The kid just gets after it."
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Notes: Had 13 sacks and 85 tackles to earn all-state honors as a stand-up defensive end. Also played tight end, where he was a devastating blocker, in Hampton's run-oriented offense. Sprints and throws the shot put in track. Brother, Steve, plays fullback for Notre Dame.
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Notes: One of Michigan's first 2010 commitments, shortly after signing day last year. Three-year starter in basketball, gave up his senior season to enroll early. Already added 10 pounds since arriving on campus last month.
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Notes: Planned to enroll early, but admission was held up. Already graduated from high school. Could play linebacker or safety, his position in high school. Ranked the No. 33 player in Florida by FloridaVarsity.com.
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Notes: Teammate of fellow Michigan commit D.J. Williamson. Attended the same school as his former neighbor, Prescott Burgess. Had six sacks and two fumble recoveries last year. Originally committed to West Virginia.
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Notes: Grew two inches, added 20 pounds last summer to climb recruiting boards. Led stout St. Ignatius defense with eight sacks and 24 tackles for loss. Brother, Connor, plays receiver at Bowling Green, and linebacker teammate Scott McVey picked Ohio State over Michigan.
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Notes: Older brother (by nine months), Terry, is another Michigan recruit. Aggressive cornerback who boasts a 35-inch vertical jump. Limited senior season by a high ankle sprain and bone bruise. Picked Michigan over Cincinnati and Michigan State.
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Notes: Verbally committed to Michigan in August, but visited North Carolina last month and made a signing-day decision to stick with the Wolverines. Third-team all-Ohio selection. Could play nosetackle or 3-4 defensive end.
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Notes: Intercepted four passes and ran for 10 touchdowns in Cardinal Mooney's undefeated season. Physical tackler. "I’m not afraid to stick my nose in there," Vinopal said. "In my opinion, that’s what makes it fun. Just obliterating people."
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Notes: Ran for 1,494 yards and 21 touchdowns on 209 carries as a senior, and 1,610 yards as a junior. Also a receiving threat out of the backfield. Brothers Myles and Mitchell played receiver for Michigan State.
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Notes: Played linebacker and defensive end in high school, but projects as a defensive end at Michigan. Had 12 sacks as a junior, but a down senior year as he dealt with mononucleosis. Committed to Michigan over Pitt.
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Notes: Won Ohio 100-meter sprint state title as a junior. Caught just 12 passes as a senior, when he battled groin and ankle injuries. Said Harding coach D.J. Dota: “He was a deep ball guy for us. He could be an inside or outside receiver in that system."
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Comments
birch creek john
Thu, Feb 4, 2010 : 8:05 a.m.
Geeze! These are 18-19 year old kids. All these rankings and crap are based on probabilities of success. When it comes to the individual, all that coutnts is possiblility. I see a lot of possiblitiies with the bunch of kids RR has recruited. It's the year between freshman and sophomore where the most growth occurs, and it will be fun to watch Denard and Tate provide some leadership for this bunch. I'll bet Pat Sheridan will be in there too. I have a feeling that come the fall we're going to be saying, along with the Black Eyed Peast: "tonight's gonna be a good night" after most games."
clarklaker
Wed, Feb 3, 2010 : 4:15 p.m.
i think drew dileo is going to be a big asset at michigan, go blue
19usmc87
Wed, Feb 3, 2010 : 12:48 p.m.
If I am not wrong Pioneer is in Washtenaw county so wouldn't that make Miller the top receiver?
buzz
Wed, Feb 3, 2010 : 2:49 a.m.
Who cares about Ryan Mallet GIVE IT UP!!!!! Mallet can only run a pro-style offense, not a spread option. Stars dont matter as much. Many great players were 3-star and under. Many of these players r very underrated, and have lots of room to bulk up. As long as they r aggressive size dont matter. "Its not the size of the dog in the fight, its the size fo the fight in the dog". And its very funny for MSU fans to be so cocky when they dont have true-freshmen running the whole entire offense. Next year Sparty is goin down, try over-look us cuz that'll be ur biggest mistake then all us UM fans will blog on ur guy's site. And also for u other fans to blog on our team's site mean that u guys r scared and have nothing to do but make-up trash. Well its pretty funny to me. IF UM wins the BigTen, beating ND, MSU, OSU, and the other BigTen teams i will irritate the hell out of u guys on ur fansites. MUCH WORSE THAN WHAT UR DOIN!!!! SO BEWARE BLUE IS BACK!!!!!!!!!
TXteacher
Mon, Feb 1, 2010 : 10:18 a.m.
MSU don't recruit little puny 210 lb. defensive ends and 5'8 cornerbacks. Another Maize and Blue beatdown at the hands of an oversized Spartan team is on the way. Why so much worry about MSU? Have you all given up on comparing the Blue to OSU? When UM fans said they want to finish in the top 25, I don't think they meant 25th in recruiting class. UM's recruiting class now is talked about in the same breath as a basketball school. WOW!
jcpdog
Wed, Jan 27, 2010 : 5:10 p.m.
I think some of you that are being critical about the size of some of the recruits is that they are athletes. Florida, USC, Texas, OU don't have a lot of size. They have athletes that develop size and get bigger. You either have athleticism or you don't.... Alabama and Ohio State seem to be able to blend the combination of size and athletes....but if I recall correctly...some of the Crimson Tide players are not Sabans. Cody. McClain. Arenas. The entire O-Line I know wasn't his...as well as the D-Line. So I will be curious to see how Sabans kids fair in the next year or two.... Bottomline is....Michigan is getting some athletes in this class..if I recall correctly didn't he have a number of OL come in last season....and it appears that he has gotten a number of DL in this class.... I am no apologists..I want to see results...meaning wins...but I see where he putting in a foundation....some of you will hate it no matter what he does...some of you might embrace it after time..I don't know.....a lot of those kids on that list are coming to play for Michigan while the team is struggling and if they can get on board...why can't some of you jaded Michigan fans get on board as well..... Go Blue! Period...
buzz
Wed, Jan 6, 2010 : 1:34 a.m.
Walmartwolverine plz go blog aobut MSU then if u think they can bet UM wit half the spartys on probation. UM will beat MSU anytime anyday. ID like to see u try trash talk after UM owns MSU in Ann Arbor. Looks like a good big class. Jus got 2 get those 5 targets and UM will have a beast class especially recruits that could make the future secondary looks really great. Dont forget rashad knight, hes a S but has the size of a CB he could help with a huge boost in defense.
hieyeq
Wed, Dec 30, 2009 : 1:17 p.m.
I was just going over this "great" recruiting list and one thing jumps out at me. There are 29 players listed (including the target list), of these 29, 17 are under 200 pounds, 7 are between 200 and 250, and 5 are 250 and above, and of those 5 over 250, 2 are on the target list. Guys, the kool-aid is cold and sweet, but history has proven (i.e. Forcier), little guys aren't the answer. I know, Iknow, you guys are all gonna say they're smaller but quicker etc...but the teams that are beating them on a regular basis are just as fast, but not, just as small. I'm sure Tater will say this class represents NC's, but this is pathetic. It amounts to a bunch of undersized wide receivers...I hope they can play safety.
chill out
Mon, Dec 28, 2009 : 11:28 p.m.
UM has a very good class right now, with a lot of impact players that are going to play right away. Would still be great to see Wilson, Parker, Grimes, Murphy and Hankins - come to UM guys!! We need you!!
BlueInBama
Sat, Dec 26, 2009 : 12:11 a.m.
Keep sipping that Kool-Aid, MichiganJoe.
scooter
Fri, Dec 25, 2009 : 1:44 p.m.
Not many 5 star players on this list. I also do not see anyone that is All Conference material like Mallett and Boren. No wonder the team is so lousy with RR.
GoBlue2009
Thu, Dec 24, 2009 : 1:37 p.m.
The great thing is, MSU did not have a chance at landing a quarter of these excellent players. Different level, Sparty. How would you be proud of attending Misdemeanor State University? MSU makes it so easy sometimes.
MichiganJoe
Thu, Dec 24, 2009 : 9:17 a.m.
10/9/10 - Sparty will get beat down in Ann Arbor. 2010 will be the year RichRod's recruits and those who stayed will become champions. Not sure how many Walmart Wolverines there are out there, but it certainly beats being a Spartan fan any day of the week, month, year, decade, century, etc. Go Blue!
tulsatom
Thu, Dec 24, 2009 : 9:07 a.m.
I'm also confused and amazed by how many receivers RR recruits as opposed to defensive players, which has been the downfall of the team for the past two years. I hope he gets enough quality defensive recruits to make a difference.
Sean T.
Thu, Dec 24, 2009 : 5:53 a.m.
I wish internet death on MSU trolls!
uminks
Thu, Dec 24, 2009 : 3:17 a.m.
Parker, Grimes and Murphy are probably the the strongest possibilities.
Man in the Mirror
Wed, Dec 23, 2009 : 9:26 p.m.
can't wait to hear the excuses next year....can't blame it on Carr's recruits!
terry smith
Wed, Dec 23, 2009 : 9:19 p.m.
The reason why there are so many WR's is that many can play defense. No doubt some will. God knows we need it.
azwolverine
Wed, Dec 23, 2009 : 7:44 p.m.
Hankins would be a nice pickup because the team needs some more D linemen. Wilson on the OL would be nice as well and both guys appear to have the mass needed to fight in the Big Ten trenches.
gavsulaker
Wed, Dec 23, 2009 : 6 p.m.
Red Cedar 1- Can't wait to see MSU's recruits list. Heard it is broken down into "those who wear ski masks during beatdowns" and "those who don't"...
GoblueinNE_PA
Wed, Dec 23, 2009 : 5:58 p.m.
6 Wide receivers, a full 1/4 of the class? I just don't understand this guy.
Salinegoblue
Wed, Dec 23, 2009 : 4:48 p.m.
Hopefully we'll get a clean slate from the NCAA and we won't lose any of our recruits or scholorships.