Michigan football reels in another Ohio-based 2023 commitment
Though Michigan football has been insanely busy bringing in top-flight players via the NCAA transfer portal, there is still such a thing as bringing in players the old-fashioned way. That is, via recruiting.
With the early signing period opening on Wednesday, and the Wolverines in the College Football Playoff, it’s certain the maize and blue will gain some members in the 2023 class. There were a bevy of commitments following the win over Ohio State at the end of November, primarily from the state of Ohio.
On Sunday, Michigan gained another: 2023 Youngstown (Ohio) Chaney three-star cornerback D’Juan Waller pledged to the Wolverines
Lock in 💯 #goblue @coachclink @club7training pic.twitter.com/7hsmFjiZWS
— DJ Waller JR (@dwaller6x) December 19, 2022
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Waller is rated No. 1,236 nationally according to the 247Sports composite and is the 114th-rated cornerback.
Despite his ranking, 247Sports’ Allen Trieu envisions him as a Power Five starter in his evaluation.
Very long, tall and has lined up in different places defensively. Best projection right now is as a safety but could get opportunities to play cornerback or grow into a hybrid backer. Will come down hill and likes contact. Shows short-area twitch and change of direction at his size. Pure long speed is a bit of an unknown. Also played receiver and shows solid ball skills. On the raw side but has worked on his technique and is developing. Has a higher ceiling and versatility.
He has offers from Kentucky, Toledo, Ball State, Marshall, Ohio and West Virginia. His pledge makes him the 20th commitment in the 2023 class and the fourth pledge from Ohio, as well as the second from Youngstown (Ohio) Chaney. His teammate, linebacker Jason Hewlett, is already committed.
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