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If you read this site or are into Michigan recruiting, you probably know the names at the top of this in-state list. The ranking/order are according to the 247 Composite. I can tell you right now that I would rearrange this top five list, but until I complete my rundown of the top players in the state, I won’t really put them in order.
1. Dante Moore – QB – Detroit (MI) King
Height: 6’2″
Weight: 195 lbs.
Notable offers: LSU, Michigan, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Penn State
Commitment: Uncommitted
247 Composite: 5-star, #3 QB, #6 overall
Analysis: Moore is a national prospect at the quarterback position and has been a widely known name for several years. He has very good anticipation and touch, along with having adequate arm strength and athleticism. He’s not a dynamic athlete with his feet, but he’s a good athlete who can move in the pocket and has really refined his footwork. He appears to be one of the most college-ready quarterbacks to come out of Michigan in a long time. Wherever he goes, he will probably be in the conversation to start by year two at the latest. Moore grew up an Ohio State fan, gets private coaching from former Michigan quarterback Devin Gardner, and has good relationships with the coaches at Notre Dame. So his future destination is up in the air right now in a hotly contested battle.
Hit the jump for more.
2. Jalen Thompson – DE – Detroit (MI) Cass Tech
Height: 6’3″
Weight: 245 lbs.
Notable offers: Georgia, Kentucky, Michigan, Michigan State, Notre Dame
Commitment: Uncommitted
247 Composite: 4-star, #26 DL, #180 overall
Analysis: Listed as a defensive lineman by 247 Sports – which often means defensive tackle – Thompson looks more like a strongside defensive end. I don’t know if his body will fill out enough to kick inside to a 3-tech type of position. He has some explosiveness and quickness, though he’s not truly a weakside speed rush type of player. I would like to see him work on his quickness off the snap, but he looks like he will be able to contribute quality play at a Power 5 program. Both crystal balls so far are for Michigan State.
3. Amir Herring – OG – West Bloomfield (MI) West Bloomfield
Height: 6’3″
Weight: 280 lbs.
Notable offers: Arkansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Penn State
Commitment: Uncommitted
247 Composite: 4-star, #9 IOL, #211 overall S
Analysis: Herring has been on the radar for a few years, but he seems to be one of those players with a limited ceiling. He can bend and move pretty well, but his height/length are somewhat limited and he tends to be a little more of a finesse player than a smash-mouth player. Because of that I think he may have to find the right program to fit his style of play. I have questions about his ability to anchor against the bull rush of bigger players. Right now all five crystal balls are in favor of Michigan, where his former head coach, Ron Bellamy, is the wide receivers coach.
Highlights: HERE
4. Cole Cabana – RB – Dexter (MI) Dexter
Height: 6’0″
Weight: 180 lbs.
Notable offers: Michigan, Michigan State, Pitt, West Virginia
Commitment: Michigan
247 Composite: 4-star, #14 RB, #245 overall
Analysis: I wrote up Cabana’s commitment post here (LINK). He’s a speed merchant who could contribute as a running back, slot, or returner.
5. Cole Dellinger – OG – Clarkston (MI) Clarkston
Height: 6’4″
Weight: 280 lbs.
Notable offers: LSU, Michigan, Michigan State, Ole Miss, Pitt
Commitment: Uncommitted
247 Composite: 4-star, #17 IOL, #277 overall
Analysis: Dellinger is the younger brother of Garrett Dellinger, an offensive tackle who signed with LSU in the 2021 class. Though Cole plays tackle for Clarkston, his height and length suggest he will probably end up inside at offensive guard. He also does not have great pass protection technique and tends to try to outmuscle people with his upper body. He does have some nastiness – more so than Herring (see above) – which I think can be channeled into being a pretty solid interior lineman. Though he wears a winged helmet, I see him being more of a Michigan State style of player. Right now, though, there are no crystal ball picks at all, so his recruitment is up in the air.
Highlights: HERE
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