Michigan got two verbals commits last week with 2013 QB Shane Morris and 2012 DT/DE Matt Godin. With the early and midweek activity the Michigan coaches didn't get any verbal commits over the weekend, but they were busy with in school visits and continue to recruiting for both classes. Michigan has 11 verbals for the 2012 class and might have 9-12 spots left in the class. I estimate around 20 total spots which leave only a few spots for guys that want to be Wolverines.
- Chris Wormley who was rumored to maybe the top player in Ohio (he did not make the Rivals 4 star list - which was a bit of a surprise since he has offers from the likes of Mich, OSU, ND, and MSU) is participating in track this Spring and talked to the Toledo Blade this weekend: “Everything I do [in the three sports] helps all around,” said Wormley, whose top two colleges choices right now are Michigan first and Ohio State second, followed by Michigan State and Notre Dame. “It keeps me conditioned throughout the season. [Track] ties into everything.” Throughout Friday’s action, Wormley, who was ultimately named the meet’s outstanding male field events athlete, had his mind on an accident during warm-ups. One of his practice efforts with the 12-pound shot put struck the forehead of Waite thrower Fred Schimmel, who sustained a significant head injury. Schimmel reportedly maintained consciousness after the blow and was treated at the track before being transported to a local hospital by an emergency crew. I hope that young man is ok. The other news from that article is that Michigan is his leader and there are rumors he is getting closer to making a decision. Probably after track season is over.
- Coach Funk was in Texas to visit Offensive Lineman Trey Keenan last week. Trey father is from Michigan and his grandmother still lives in metro Detroit. Trey and his family are planning a visit to U of M this summer.
- There is more "buzz" around instate CB Terry Richardson making his announcement this week. Many expect Terry is down to Michigan and MSU. Terry's two close friends RJS and James Ross are both verbally committed to the Wolverines. Terry and James visited Ann Arbor again this weekend. Update: Terry's press conference is at 11:45 AM on Tuesay. He listed a top five of USC, Michigan, LSU, ND, and Alabama. Go Blue TR!
- Michigan is expected to be getting a visit soon from highly rated teammates from Cincinnati, DE Adolphus Washington and WR Dwayne Stanford.
- TomVH reports there is another rumor floating around that the #1 QB in the nation Gunner Kiel might be making another visit to Ann Arbor. Gunner doesn't really talk to recruiting services so there are a lot of rumors and speculation around his recruitment. Gunner was in Ann Arbor for a quick visit a few weeks ago.
- We also would like to congratulate Coach Lloyd Carr on his acceptance to the College Football Hall of Fame!
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Update: Richardson will now announce Thursday at 11:30am.
Bob, there is no way Chris Wormley is the best player in Ohio. I just wasted my time watching junior highlights of Ohio DEs. Ifeadi Odenigbo, Se'von Pittman, Adolphus Washington are MUCH more impressive than Wormley. Even Greg McMullen and Tom Strobel have slightly better junior tapes than Wormley. That makes Wormley no better than the 4th best DE in Ohio.
I don't see how people can be outraged by his 3-star status on rivals. I wish Wormley can progress during his senior season but his latest tape was anything but 5-star caliber or high 4-star.
Ricky, I haven't done the research you have but from what I heard, That was actually Rivals take. Ohio is loaded at DE this year. Here is Allan from Scout's take:
Tremendous size and ability. Likely a strongside end, but could also play inside. Ideal five-tech. Turned it up another notch in terms of motor and consistent effort as a junior. When we saw him as a sophomore, he just overpowered his opposition. Last year, because I think he saw a few top prospects and, he started to turn up the intensity. He's a naturally massive kid and moves well for that size. - Allen Trieu
This is what Maizenbrew.com had to say about Wormley:
After watching his junior highlights, I'm no longer surprised that he's a 3-star to Rivals. And if he plays like this as a senior, I'm betting his lofty rankings on the other sites (#3 SDE to 24/7 Sports, #57 overall to Tom Lemming, #13 DE to Scout) begin to slip. A recent Inside The Fort article ($) suggests that Wormley might not have the temperament for defensive end, and that he might actually have more upside as an offensive tackle. Michigan happens to need both.
http://www.maizenbrew.com/2011/5/15/2170686/recruiting-update-may-14
I hope the positive reviews are more accurate than the negative reviews as he is more than likely going to go Blue.
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