Jay Toia – DT – Simi Valley (CA) Grace Brethren: Toia is a 6’1″, 300 lb. prospect who committed to USC in June of 2018. He also has offers from Cal and Oregon, among others. He’s a 4-star, the #12 defensive tackle, and #192 overall.
Michigan wrapped up a decent recruiting class earlier in February. There are no 5-star recruits, but the Wolverines got a fair share of 4-star guys. For a historical perspective on where they match up with recruits from the past, here’s a look at where they slot in all-time, according to the 247 Composite.
A.J. Henning – WR – Frankfort (IL) Lincoln-Way East 2020 ranking: #101 Historical ranking: #80 all-time at Michigan Flanked by: RB Kareem Walker (#100 in 2016) and DT Will Johnson (#105 in 2004) Closest positional comparisons: Toney Clemons (#96 in 2007) and Adrian Arrington (#115 in 2004)
Braiden McGregor – DE – Port Huron (MI) Northern 2020 ranking: #122 Historical ranking: #103 Tied with: WR Tarik Black (#122 in 2017) Closest positional comparisons: Aidan Hutchinson (#112 in 2018) and Chris Wormley (#129 in 2012)
HIGH SCHOOL Danna attended Warren (MI) De La Salle, where he was a 3-star prospect, the #95 weakside end, and #2005 overall. He was a part of the 2015 class, and Michigan did not offer him. In fact, the only school 247 lists as offering him was Central Michigan, and that’s where he went for the first four years of his career. I remember him from high school, and he was just a guy. I mean, a good high school player, but not someone who jumps out at you. I mean, what kind of impact defensive lineman wears #73 in high school?