Intel: Michigan in good standing with several top targets

Michigan is in the middle of a pivotal stretch on the recruiting trail as top prospects roll through the Big House and Schembechler Hall like it’s a revolving door.

Sherrone Moore and his program are making a big impression.

On3 has the latest.

Touted defensive back gets a good look at Michigan

One of America’s most prized cornerbacks Havon Finney Jr. is wrapping up his time in Ann Arbor on Wednesday and the Maize and Blue continue to make a big impression as they battle LSU, Ohio State, Texas A&M and USC among others.

“Michigan has been great,” Finney’s father said. “The staff really embraced us and made us a priority. I’d say big takeaways would be that Coach Moore is aggressively looking to add immediate impact players to their defense. With the team losing Will Johnson and few others, the full court press is on.”

Finney saw an environment he could be really successful.

“The amount of kids that pipeline from California to Michigan was an eye opener,” the elder Finney said. “We knew of a few from over the years, but I think they currently have 15 kids from California on the roster.”

More touted 2026s wrapping up visits on Wednesday

Michigan has Rochester (NY) Monroe electric wide receiver Messiah Hampton on campus. He high on the likes of “Miami, Oregon, Syracuse, Ohio State, Penn State,” and has always had the Wolverines top of mind as well. Ron Bellamy is leading the recruiting of Hampton.

Fruitland (Idaho) On300 offensive tackle Kelvin Obot and his grandfather have been at Michigan since Sunday afternoon, getting to campus after time spent at Ohio State.  The Wolverines have been able to show Obot all the intricacies of the program with the time they’ve had with him. Oregon is a major contender. USC and Nebraska have been in it. Michigan is moving up the list.

Coveted running back visits this weekend

Notre Dame made a huge move with On300 running back Javian Osborne last week. Now it’s Michigan’s serve when the Forney (Texas) High standout returns this weekend. The Wolverines have always been one of Osborne’s favorites and currently lead on the On3 RPM.

“We’re looking forward to it,” Osborne’s father Maurice said.

“This one like we told TA (Tony Alford) we want to see how this offense looks under (Chip) Lindsey. “I know they’ve been installing a lot of different things. See how the guys move around hitting and seeing how this offense looks.”

The Wolverines and Irish are in a great spot for Osborne with Georgia, SMU and others in the picture

“Michigan he likes the tradition,” the elder Osborne said. “He knows that they run the ball. He wants the opportunity to get the ball in his hands. He loves the culture, the tradition. The big thing also is the offensive line. They did a good job this past season. 2025 they got top recruits on the offensive line. That intrigues him the most.”

Three-day visit for four-star edge Jackson Ford begins Wednesday

Michigan is one of the early favorites for Malvern Prep On300 pass rusher Jackson Ford. He was offered during the summer, had an amazing visit during the fall and now returns for three days this week beginning on Wednesday.

“They are an amazing program with an amazing track record,” Ford said. “On top of that they have spent a lot of time building a good relationship with me and my family.”

Buzz on recent visits

On3 had a in-depth story on the big recruiting weekend. Read that here.

On3 five-star edge Carter Meadows visited over the weekend and Michigan is in a real good place. They hit on a lot of the important things he’s looking for in a school. There are several others in play but the Wolverines and Penn State are doing well.

The Wolverines had a really good visit with On3’s No. 7 defensive lineman Titan Davis. 

Michigan is one of the favorites for ON300 offensive lineman Marky Walbridge, they made a great impression on four-star offensive lineman Breck Kolojay and the On3 Industry’s No. 8 linebacker Brayden Rouse will consider Michigan till his finish line.

Michigan also impressed NFL legacy recruit Devin Fitzgerald, the son of All-Pro Larry Fitzgerald. Moore and company offered the Brophy College Prep (Ariz.) standout while he was on campus.

“What really excites me about Michigan is how they have elite academics and elite football program,” Fitzgerald said. “They treated us very well on the visit and I just loved everything about the school. Their business school is top five in the country. It’s really they take everything very serious there. I love how they’re into the sports science into the weight room and they test you regularly to make sure everything is ok, and they have so much academic support there and they really care about the players and football is really a priority there.”

Big week for 2027 quarterback recruiting

Michigan hosted two of their top targets at the position in the last week in Tabor Academy four-star Peter Bourque and Carmel Catholic (Ill.) High’s Trae Taylor.

Bourque talked about his experience here while Taylor gave the highlights of his trip here.

This weekend the On3 Industry’s No. 1 quarterback and No. 3 prospect overall Elijah Haven returns. Michigan is one of the programs on him the hardest. 

Two other 2027s visiting this weekend are four-stars Malachi Zeigler and Trent Seaborn.

SEC country DBs visit this weekend

Carrollton (Ga.) High On300 cornerback Dorian Barney and Winter Park (Fla.) High’s versatile defensive back Ayden Pouncey both are slated to be in Ann Arbor.

“What really excites me is getting there seeing practice, seeing how I could make an impact to the team, the environment, if I could relate to the coaches when they are coaching!” Barney explained. Texas A&M is the leader with Colorado, Georgia Tech, Miami, Florida State and North Carolina some of the others in the mix.

“I’m excited because Michigan is know for producing top DBs every year and I have a good relationship with Coach Morgan and I feel like a priority to them,” Pouncey added. He’s been at LSU, Georgia and Notre Dame this spring and is also high on Florida and Miami among others.

More 2026 Quick Hitters heading into the weekend

The On3 Industry’s No. 5 offensive tackle and No. 37 prospect overall John Turntine is expected up from the Lone Star State.

Michigan is excited to get St. Augustine Prep (NJ) edge rusher Damari Simeon is one of the Wolverine’s most coveted targets. He will visit for the first time this weekend. The Michigan staff went out to see him in January and the blue-chipper is a fit for the Maize and Blue. On3 ranks him as the No. 8 edge in the country and No. 66 prospect overall.

The Wolverines are trending well for Bergen Catholic (NJ) safety Jordan Thomas who makes his second visit of the spring. Like Osborne he’s coming off a good visit to Notre Dame.

The nation’s No. 11 defensive lineman Kendall Guervill will visit on Friday.

Lone Star State 2027 DL talks Wolverines offer

Houston (Texas) Cy Ranch On3 Industry four-star defensive lineman Amari Vickerson spent time at Michigan on Tuesday and left campus with an offer.

“My favorite thing about Michigan is the culture and history of the school and how incredibly diverse and unique not only the campus is but the athletic facilities are and they are built to make first round draft picks,” Vickerson told On3.