Monday Afternoon Recruiter: Damon Payne a big win for Michigan, why LB is still a needby:EJ Holland•12/23/24•EJHollandOn3Read In AppJan 1, 2024; Pasadena, CA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Damon Payne Jr. (44) and linebacker Deontae Lawson (32) reacts after a play in the first quarter against the Michigan Wolverines in the 2024 Rose Bowl college football playoff semifinal game at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY SportsThoughts on Michigan transfer Damon Payne, the state of linebacker recruiting and more.