Michigan football makes top group for other top 2024 priority in Ohio
Michigan football is working overtime to secure players from the state of Ohio. The Wolverines currently have four commits from the Buckeye State – offensive linemen Luke Hamilton and Ben Roebuck, defensive lineman Ted Hammond, and running back Jordan Marshall.
The top priority is now securing one (or both) of the top-flight cornerbacks, which is easier said than done. Both Aaron Scott and Bryce West have offers from in-state school, Ohio State, and the Buckeyes covet both in the worst way.
Scott already put the Wolverines in his top group, and now West has as well. Michigan has struck out with most Cleveland (Ohio) Glenville prospects (the high school coached by Ted Ginn Sr.), and hasn’t reeled in a player from the storied program since defensive end Frank Clark. However, the four-star cornerback released his top seven on Wednesday, and the maize and blue made the cut, along with OSU, Georgia, Alabama, USC, Oregon, and Texas A&M.
BREAKING: Four-Star CB Bryce West is down to 7️⃣ Schools!
The 6’0 185 CB from Cleveland, OH is ranked as a Top 55 Player in the ‘24 Class (No. 6 CB)
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The scouting report via 247Sports’ Allen Trieu:
Has enough size and measureables to project to a high major level. Has a track background and has run as fast as 10.93 in the 100-meter dash and 6.96 in the 60-meter dash. Also has offensive snaps and has shown himself to be a breakaway threat as a running back. Has played man for his school and also shown he can do that in a camp or workout setting. Shows good ball skills. Will put his nose in the action and lay a hit. Doesn’t show a single elite trait but is solid in every area. Continuing to add polish while building upon his quicks and long speed, which are already good, are keys for his developmental future.
Ohio State is currently the overwhelming favorite, with seven predictions all indicating he’ll remain in-state and play for the Buckeyes.
However, the Wolverines can make a big push when West arrives in Ann Arbor for his official visit, which begins this weekend, starting on June 9.
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