Michigan's 2026 Recruits: What's Next After the Big Change?

Right now, Michigan's football team is in a bit of a mess. The coach, Sherrone Moore, was let go, and that has left a lot of uncertainty. This uncertainty is also affecting the recruits who had signed up to join the team in 2026. So far, only two recruits have decided to leave. Matt Ludwig, a four-star tight end, is now headed to Texas Tech. Bear McWhorter, a three-star offensive lineman, is off to Auburn. The rest of the recruits, who make up the 11th-best class according to 247Sports, are still waiting to see who Michigan will hire as the new coach. One big name to watch is Savion Hiter, a five-star running back. He's still planning to enroll early in January. There's a good chance he'll stick with Michigan because of the financial benefits they offered him. Other recruits are also waiting to see who the new coach will be. Carter Meadows, a five-star edge rusher, hasn't said anything yet. Marky Walbridge, a four-star offensive lineman, might be considering Penn State. Travis Johnson, a four-star wide receiver, is waiting to see who Michigan hires. Malakai Lee, another four-star offensive lineman, is also waiting. Texas might be a school to watch if he changes his mind.Andre Clarke Jr. , a four-star cornerback, is another player to keep an eye on. Colorado, Kentucky, and Virginia Tech are all showing interest in him. Things are changing fast, and a lot can happen as Michigan looks for a new coach. We'll keep you updated as more information comes in. Family ties are a big deal in recruiting, and Michigan has a strong connection with Jaxon Holly, the younger brother of current Michigan defensive end Julius Holly. Jaxon is a top target for the Wolverines in the 2027 class. He visited Ann Arbor with his family for the Ohio State game and loved the experience. Alabama and Georgia are also in the mix, but Michigan seems to be in the lead. Jaxon's brother is giving him a lot of insight into what the school is like. He likes the personal feel he gets at Michigan, where players come up and say hello.