I'm also on the record as saying that Hart is the most exciting Michigan recruit in the combined and recruiting classes, except perhaps Devin Gardner. I have been a big critic of Michigan's running backs so far this season, but I believe Hart is the answer at running back. Oft-injured Fitzgerald Toussaint is bigger and stronger than Hart and has plenty of wiggle, but Hart has more potential as an all-around back and playmaker.
If he can avoid injury, Hart should combine with Denard Robinson and Devin Gardner to create an extremely dangerous rushing combo in Michigan's backfield. This commitment gives the Wolverines 11 commitments in the Class of , a class on pace to max out at 22 scholarships. Coach Rich Rodriguez has been looking for at least one slot receiver for the entire recruiting process, and Rawls could take the place of the departed Austin White, so it's not infeasible that Michigan would take all three players in this class.
Anonymous October 11, at PM. Anonymous October 12, at AM. Thunder October 12, at AM. Anonymous October 13, at PM. Overall Hart had yards on only eight carries. Harts performance was the highest rushing total in the games history. Hart also won the games MVP trophy. Alabama fans were delighted when he announced publicly that he would sign with the Crimson Tide. Many tide fans may not have known much about him when the day started but his All-American game performance was breathtaking. Hart, a good student was on course to graduate early and he wanted to get to campus early It was not a sure thing for Hart but once again the stars aligned correctly and he arrived during the winter of and prepared for action.
When spring practice started scuttlebutt coming from practice reports indicated that Dee Hart was making noise in his first college practices. In the A-Day game he had many backs to compete with for limited carries but still managed to score the day's only rushing touchdown when he took a hand off for an electric yard touchdown. Pius X High School in Houston, Texas, Jones grew up a Michigan fan thanks to his dad, uncle, and godfather, and his father was by his side when he made his pledge to Rich Rodriguez on Thursday.
Listed at , lbs. With Obi Ezeh graduating after the season and no clear replacement on the roster, Jones will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, especially if he can add some bulk to his frame.
Here is a very well-produced highlight tape from his junior year:. Watching the tape, the thing that jumps out at me about Jones is his playmaking ability and athleticism. If he can get comfortable as a pass defender and learn how to take on and shed blocks, he could be a real impact player in the middle of the defense.
Hart says he is "75 percent" likely to commit to Michigan over Alabama. Clay, obviously, is the former teammate of presumptive starting QB Tate Forcier , and Michigan has really become more of a factor in his recruitment of late. Rivals free video fluff on MN OL Seantrel Henderson : Relevant recruiting notes include the fact that he plans to narrow to a top 5 before the season, and take official visits to all of the finalists before eventually making his decision on National Signing Day.
Fluff from his coach :. When you tell him to do something, he asks no questions. It sounds like he may be deciding soon. PA DE Dakota Royer has been a steady prospect over the course of the year, collecting offers in small batches, but never really blowing up.
Now, however, he at least has the opportunity to become something of an internet sensation HT: Black Shoe Diaries :. Royer jumping out of a 4-foot pool from shoulders-deep. Michigan has offered Royer, and stands a good chance to be in his top list for the foreseeable future. He is a long jumper, and recently took first place at a meet , thanks to 2 of the best 3 jumps. AL S Jarrick Williams has not reported Michigan interest, despite being one of the top secondary prospects in the nation.
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