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Thoughts on 2023 Spring Game

Okay, it’s time to put some thoughts about the spring game on paper.

QUARTERBACK: We know what J.J. McCarthy brings to the table, and Michigan was never going to let him factor into the run game, so whatever. This comes down to thoughts on the backups. After watching Michigan have a good 1-2 punch the past two years with McCarthy and Cade McNamara, there is a big question mark at the #2 quarterback spot in 2023. I thought redshirt sophomore Davis Warren once again outplayed the competition, which comes from Alex Orji and Indiana transfer Jack Tuttle. Tuttle had a couple decent throws and showed some decent athleticism on the run, but Warren is more accurate and probably a better decision maker, despite the fact that Tuttle is a sixth-year player. Orji has decent arm strength but leaves something to be desired when it comes to his timing and accuracy; running is the best part of his game, and he’s a change-up guy. I would put him at #4 on the depth chart.

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Josaiah Stewart, Wolverine

Former Coastal Carolina outside linebacker Josaiah Stewart announced he would be transferring to Michigan and has two years of eligibility remaining. He picked the Wolverines over transfer opportunities from LSU and USC.

Stewart was listed at 6’2″ and 230 lbs. at Coastal. As a sophomore in 2022, he made 37 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 1 pass breakup, and 5 quarterback hurries. As a freshman the year before, he made 43 tackles, 15.5 tackles for loss, 12.5 quarterback sacks, 3 forced fumbles, and 3 quarterback hurries.

RANKINGS (2021)
ESPN: 3-star, 76 grade, #93 DE
On3: N/A
Rivals: 3-star SDE, 5.5 grade
247 Sports: 3-star, 88 grade, #34 EDGE

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Visitors: December 16-18, 2022

TRANSFERS

A.J. Barner – TE – Indiana: Barner is a 6’6″, 250 lb. starting tight end and captain from the Hoosiers. After spending three seasons in Bloomington, he has two seasons of eligibility left. This season he caught 28 passes for 199 yards and 3 touchdowns. Barner was a 3-star, the #51 tight end, and #1147 overall in the class of 2020. With Michigan losing Erick All (Iowa), Luke Schoonmaker (NFL), Louis Hansen (transfer), Carter Selzer (graduation), and Joel Honigford (graduation), they need some reinforcements at the tight end position.

Josaiah Stewart – OLB – Coastal Carolina: Stewart is a 6’2″, 230 lb. outside linebacker whom Michigan offered when he came out of high school in 2021. He went to Coastal Carolina and had an outstanding freshman season followed up by a pretty solid sophomore year. Now that he’s in the transfer portal, he has two years of eligibility remaining and appears to be choosing between Michigan and USC.

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2023 Recruiting Update: November 8, 2022

I have started a 2023 Transfer Portal offer board. You can find it in the dropdown menu at the top of the page.

DECOMMITMENT

Santa Margarita (CA) Rancho Santa Margarita defensive end Collins Acheampong flipped from Michigan to Miami (LINK).

COMMITMENTS

Cincinnati (OH) Winton Woods cornerback Cameron Calhoun committed to Michigan (LINK).

Arizona State offensive lineman LaDarius Henderson announced he would be transferring to Michigan (LINK).

Youngstown (OH) Chaney linebacker Jason Hewlett committed to Michigan (LINK).

Cincinnati (OH) Princeton linebacker Breeon Ishmail committed to Michigan (LINK).

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2021 Recruiting Update: January 23, 2020

ADDED TO THE BOARD: 2021

Tyrese Baptiste – CB – Everett (MA) Everett: Baptiste is a 5’10”, 175 lb. prospect whose lone other offer comes from UMass. He’s a 247 Sports 3-star, the #30 athlete, and #355 overall. Baptiste is from the same high school as Michigan receiver Mike Sainristil.

Prophet Brown – RB – Elk Grove (CA) Monterey Trail: Brown is a 5’11”, 180-pounder with offers from Arizona State and Oregon State, among others. He’s currently unranked.

Cristian Dixon – WR – Santa Ana (CA) Mater Dei: Dixon is a 6’2″, 187 lb. prospect with offers from LSU, Notre Dame, and Oregon, among others. He’s a 4-star, the #24 wide receiver, and #124 overall. He claims a 4.63 forty and a 4.57 shuttle.

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