Now that Michigan has two receivers committed with Jaron Dukes (Columbus, Ohio/Marion-Franklin) and Csont’e York (Detroit/Chandler Academy), the discussion about what prospect will fill that last spot has heated up.
Here is a look at the prospects remaining, their rankings and where they’re at in the process.
Jordan Cunningham (Fort Lauderdale, Fla./University School of Nova South)
Ranking: Four-star, No. 32 overall, No. 4 receiver
Here is a look at the prospects remaining, their rankings and where they’re at in the process.
Jordan Cunningham (Fort Lauderdale, Fla./University School of Nova South)
Ranking: Four-star, No. 32 overall, No. 4 receiver
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Wangler name resurfaces in 2013 prospect 
May, 15, 2012
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Chantel Jennings | ESPN.com
For Michigan fans the name “Wangler” is pretty familiar.
John Wangler was Bo Schembechler’s first pass-first quarterback, and when he made that perfect throw to a streaking Anthony Carter in 1979 for the Wolverines’ 27-21 win over Indiana, he solidified himself in Michigan football history.
And now his son, 2013 wide receiver prospect Jack Wangler (Warren, Mich./De La Salle), might be the next Wangler who dons a winged helmet.
John Wangler was Bo Schembechler’s first pass-first quarterback, and when he made that perfect throw to a streaking Anthony Carter in 1979 for the Wolverines’ 27-21 win over Indiana, he solidified himself in Michigan football history.
And now his son, 2013 wide receiver prospect Jack Wangler (Warren, Mich./De La Salle), might be the next Wangler who dons a winged helmet.
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ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- Michigan wide receiver Jerald Robinson appeared in court Monday morning for his pretrial hearing, which his lawyer requested to have adjourned to June 4 at 9 a.m. Judge Elizabeth Pollard Hines granted the request.
Robinson was charged in February for a misdemeanor charge of malicious destruction of property. After failing to appear his March 23 arraignment hearing he had a bench warrant issued for his arrest. That warrant was dismissed on April 20 after Robinson appeared for his arraignment.
Robinson declined further comment following the proceedings.
If convicted, Robinson could face up to a year in prison and a fine of $2,000.
Robinson was charged in February for a misdemeanor charge of malicious destruction of property. After failing to appear his March 23 arraignment hearing he had a bench warrant issued for his arrest. That warrant was dismissed on April 20 after Robinson appeared for his arraignment.
Robinson declined further comment following the proceedings.
If convicted, Robinson could face up to a year in prison and a fine of $2,000.
Michigan has added another player to its Class of 2012 haul late in the process.
Guard Caris LeVert (Pickerington, Ohio/Pickerington Central) gave a late commitment to the Wolverines after a visit last week, making him the fifth member of his class.
The 6-foot-4 LeVert became available after he asked for a release from his scholarship from Ohio following then-Bobcats coach John Groce’s departure for Illinois. LeVert then decided to open up his recruitment, which led to interest from Michigan, Purdue and Dayton.
Guard Caris LeVert (Pickerington, Ohio/Pickerington Central) gave a late commitment to the Wolverines after a visit last week, making him the fifth member of his class.
The 6-foot-4 LeVert became available after he asked for a release from his scholarship from Ohio following then-Bobcats coach John Groce’s departure for Illinois. LeVert then decided to open up his recruitment, which led to interest from Michigan, Purdue and Dayton.
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Michigan showing interest in Sellers
May, 11, 2012
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Michael Rothstein | ESPN.com
FORT WAYNE, Ind. -- It started with a suggestion.
Teammate Bryant McIntosh invited Sean Sellers (Greensburg, Ind./Greensburg) to play basketball with him over the summer. Sellers listened, but he was a baseball player. He liked basketball, but baseball consumed his summer months.
Something told him it might be a good idea. He seemed naturally gifted with basketball. So Sellers agreed and soon enough, baseball went by the wayside to where he isn’t even playing the sport this spring.
Teammate Bryant McIntosh invited Sean Sellers (Greensburg, Ind./Greensburg) to play basketball with him over the summer. Sellers listened, but he was a baseball player. He liked basketball, but baseball consumed his summer months.
Something told him it might be a good idea. He seemed naturally gifted with basketball. So Sellers agreed and soon enough, baseball went by the wayside to where he isn’t even playing the sport this spring.
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Michigan
2011 overall record: 11-2
2011 conference record: 6-2 (2nd, Legends Division)
Returning starters
Offense: 6; defense: 8; kicker/punter: 2
Top returners
QB Denard Robinson; RB Fitzgerald Toussaint; WR Roy Roundtree; WR Jeremy Gallon; LT Taylor Lewan; RT Michael Schofield; DE Craig Roh; LB Jake Ryan; LB Kenny Demens; LB Desmond Morgan; CB J.T. Floyd; CB Blake Countess; S Thomas Gordon; S Jordan Kovacs.
Key losses
WR Junior Hemingway; WR Darryl Stonum; WR/KR Martavious Odoms; TE Kevin Koger; C David Molk; RT Mark Huyge; DT Mike Martin; DE/DT Ryan Van Bergen; DT Will Heininger.
2011 statistical leaders (*returners)
Rushing: Denard Robinson* (1,176 yards)
Passing: Denard Robinson* (2,173 yards)
Receiving: Junior Hemingway (699 yards)
Tackles: Kenny Demens* (94)
Sacks: Ryan Van Bergen (5.5)
Interceptions: Courtney Avery* and J.T. Floyd* (2)
Spring answers
1. Quarterback accuracy: Denard Robinson played one series in the public spring scrimmage, but coaches raved about his improved leadership, decision-making and accuracy throughout the spring. The latter two were major issues for Michigan last season. While it is unknown whether Robinson will truly be more accurate until Sept. 1 against Alabama -- Michigan closed all of its practices to the media this spring -- offensive coordinator Al Borges was very confident in Robinson’s potential for his senior season.
2. Cornerback has depth: Two seasons ago, cornerback was the biggest question on Michigan’s team because of youth, inexperience and a lack of talent. That is no longer an issue. The Wolverines have as many as six players they could feel comfortable with come the fall, and that doesn’t include incoming freshman Terry Richardson (Detroit/Cass Tech), the highest-ranked player in Michigan's incoming signing class. Sophomore Blake Countess could turn into a star, and fifth-year senior J.T. Floyd is the most consistent corner the Wolverines have. They’ll be the likely starters.
3. A featured back is set: Borges made no hesitation: Redshirt junior Fitzgerald Toussaint is going into the fall as his top tailback -- a marked change from what the Wolverines endured last spring and through the first half of last season. Toussaint rushed for 1,041 yards and nine touchdowns last season, giving Michigan a dynamic dual running game with Robinson. With major questions at wide receiver and tight end, expect a lot of running from Toussaint and Robinson, especially early in the season.
Fall questions
1. Who is catching the ball: Michigan’s coaches spoke highly of Jeremy Gallon, Jerald Robinson and Roy Roundtree during the spring as their top three receivers, but Robinson has never caught a pass, Gallon has had one season of consistent productivity, and Roundtree saw his numbers plummet last season, where he had 19 catches for 355 yards. Tight end isn’t much better, as the position group has two career catches. Denard Robinson’s two best safety valves -- Junior Hemingway and Kevin Koger -- graduated so even if Denard Robinson is improved, he might need to hunt to find a reliable receiver option. Incoming freshman Devin Funchess (Farmington Hills, Mich./Harrison) could be an option at tight end.
2. Who is pressuring the quarterback: Michigan took its biggest hits on the defensive line, which saw three starters graduate -- Mike Martin was a third-round draft pick, Ryan Van Bergen signed a free agent contract and Will Heininger graduated -- and its fourth starter, Craig Roh, switch positions. Michigan insists it’ll be OK there. Will Campbell and converted end Jibreel Black will likely start inside, and either sophomore Brennen Beyer or sophomore Frank Clark will start at rush end. The success of Michigan’s defense last season relied on pressure the front four created. With an almost completely new group there, how they fare against opponents will be interesting to see.
3. Punting problems: Somewhere along the way last season, Will Hagerup lost his mojo, much like kicker Brendan Gibbons the year before. A strong-legged punter, Hagerup wasn’t connecting with the ball well and eventually lost his job to freshman Matt Wile. Now entering his junior year, Michigan hopes either Hagerup regains his form or Wile becomes more consistent. The Wolverines’ offense should be fairly prolific, but with a defense searching for pressure early on, it needs to be able to control field position with the punter.
2011 overall record: 11-2
2011 conference record: 6-2 (2nd, Legends Division)
Returning starters
Offense: 6; defense: 8; kicker/punter: 2
Top returners
QB Denard Robinson; RB Fitzgerald Toussaint; WR Roy Roundtree; WR Jeremy Gallon; LT Taylor Lewan; RT Michael Schofield; DE Craig Roh; LB Jake Ryan; LB Kenny Demens; LB Desmond Morgan; CB J.T. Floyd; CB Blake Countess; S Thomas Gordon; S Jordan Kovacs.
Key losses
WR Junior Hemingway; WR Darryl Stonum; WR/KR Martavious Odoms; TE Kevin Koger; C David Molk; RT Mark Huyge; DT Mike Martin; DE/DT Ryan Van Bergen; DT Will Heininger.
2011 statistical leaders (*returners)
Rushing: Denard Robinson* (1,176 yards)
Passing: Denard Robinson* (2,173 yards)
Receiving: Junior Hemingway (699 yards)
Tackles: Kenny Demens* (94)
Sacks: Ryan Van Bergen (5.5)
Interceptions: Courtney Avery* and J.T. Floyd* (2)
Spring answers
1. Quarterback accuracy: Denard Robinson played one series in the public spring scrimmage, but coaches raved about his improved leadership, decision-making and accuracy throughout the spring. The latter two were major issues for Michigan last season. While it is unknown whether Robinson will truly be more accurate until Sept. 1 against Alabama -- Michigan closed all of its practices to the media this spring -- offensive coordinator Al Borges was very confident in Robinson’s potential for his senior season.
2. Cornerback has depth: Two seasons ago, cornerback was the biggest question on Michigan’s team because of youth, inexperience and a lack of talent. That is no longer an issue. The Wolverines have as many as six players they could feel comfortable with come the fall, and that doesn’t include incoming freshman Terry Richardson (Detroit/Cass Tech), the highest-ranked player in Michigan's incoming signing class. Sophomore Blake Countess could turn into a star, and fifth-year senior J.T. Floyd is the most consistent corner the Wolverines have. They’ll be the likely starters.
3. A featured back is set: Borges made no hesitation: Redshirt junior Fitzgerald Toussaint is going into the fall as his top tailback -- a marked change from what the Wolverines endured last spring and through the first half of last season. Toussaint rushed for 1,041 yards and nine touchdowns last season, giving Michigan a dynamic dual running game with Robinson. With major questions at wide receiver and tight end, expect a lot of running from Toussaint and Robinson, especially early in the season.
Fall questions
1. Who is catching the ball: Michigan’s coaches spoke highly of Jeremy Gallon, Jerald Robinson and Roy Roundtree during the spring as their top three receivers, but Robinson has never caught a pass, Gallon has had one season of consistent productivity, and Roundtree saw his numbers plummet last season, where he had 19 catches for 355 yards. Tight end isn’t much better, as the position group has two career catches. Denard Robinson’s two best safety valves -- Junior Hemingway and Kevin Koger -- graduated so even if Denard Robinson is improved, he might need to hunt to find a reliable receiver option. Incoming freshman Devin Funchess (Farmington Hills, Mich./Harrison) could be an option at tight end.
2. Who is pressuring the quarterback: Michigan took its biggest hits on the defensive line, which saw three starters graduate -- Mike Martin was a third-round draft pick, Ryan Van Bergen signed a free agent contract and Will Heininger graduated -- and its fourth starter, Craig Roh, switch positions. Michigan insists it’ll be OK there. Will Campbell and converted end Jibreel Black will likely start inside, and either sophomore Brennen Beyer or sophomore Frank Clark will start at rush end. The success of Michigan’s defense last season relied on pressure the front four created. With an almost completely new group there, how they fare against opponents will be interesting to see.
3. Punting problems: Somewhere along the way last season, Will Hagerup lost his mojo, much like kicker Brendan Gibbons the year before. A strong-legged punter, Hagerup wasn’t connecting with the ball well and eventually lost his job to freshman Matt Wile. Now entering his junior year, Michigan hopes either Hagerup regains his form or Wile becomes more consistent. The Wolverines’ offense should be fairly prolific, but with a defense searching for pressure early on, it needs to be able to control field position with the punter.
Freshman defensive end Chris Rock has left the Michigan football team, a Michigan spokesman confirmed Thursday night.
Rock, from Columbus, Ohio, redshirted and did not play last season.
The 6-foot-5, 267-pound lineman was rated by ESPN as the No. 34 defensive end in the Class of 2011. He had 15 sacks as a junior in high school.
Rock, from Columbus, Ohio, redshirted and did not play last season.
The 6-foot-5, 267-pound lineman was rated by ESPN as the No. 34 defensive end in the Class of 2011. He had 15 sacks as a junior in high school.
Under Armour All-American athlete Alvin Bailey (Seffner, Fla./Armwood) was offered by Michigan and Auburn this week and the No. 49-ranked prospect in the nation has a third he isn't mentioning yet.
"Michigan came in and offered a couple of days ago and Auburn just offered me today," Bailey said. "I have another school that's offered but I can't talk about that just yet."
Bailey, however, was ready to talk about his interest in the Wolverines and the Tigers.
"Michigan came in and offered a couple of days ago and Auburn just offered me today," Bailey said. "I have another school that's offered but I can't talk about that just yet."
Bailey, however, was ready to talk about his interest in the Wolverines and the Tigers.
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With the offseason in full swing, our stable of writers took on some interesting questions this week, including who is the best current coach on campus, who impressed them at the various recruiting events they attended and what quarterback they'd take to lead a Michigan all-time team.
And for the first time, our panel disagreed on almost every topic. What do you think, WolverineNation?
1) If you were putting together an all-time Michigan team and had to pick one quarterback to lead it, who would it be and why?
And for the first time, our panel disagreed on almost every topic. What do you think, WolverineNation?
1) If you were putting together an all-time Michigan team and had to pick one quarterback to lead it, who would it be and why?
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The Weekly Update: Recruiting news and notes
May, 10, 2012
May 10
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Tom VanHaaren | ESPN.com
The Weekly Update at WolverineNation is a sneak peak inside Michigan recruiting.
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Some players fly under the radar throughout high school, hardly sending up flares for many college coaches. But many have talent or can be successful.
Aaron Rodgers wasn't heavily recruited. Neither was Terrell Owens, Tony Romo or Clay Matthews.
As a rising senior, Sam Huffman (Lima, Ohio/Central Catholic) has been flying under the radar. The 2013 wide receiver hasn't received any offers yet, and is mainly hearing from MAC and Ivy League programs.
Aaron Rodgers wasn't heavily recruited. Neither was Terrell Owens, Tony Romo or Clay Matthews.
As a rising senior, Sam Huffman (Lima, Ohio/Central Catholic) has been flying under the radar. The 2013 wide receiver hasn't received any offers yet, and is mainly hearing from MAC and Ivy League programs.
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Michigan added another commitment to the fold on Wednesday as wide receiver Csont'e York (Detroit/Chandler Park Academy) decided to join the Wolverines.
The under-the-radar wideout just received an offer from the Michigan coaching staff on his visit Tuesday and decided that it was time to pull the trigger. On the visit York said that he wasn't expecting the offer and came away impressed.
"I was shocked (when they offered). The head coach told me I was offered and it was great," he said. "I loved their facilities, the education and the coaches there are really genuine. They're not stiff, and it was great."
The under-the-radar wideout just received an offer from the Michigan coaching staff on his visit Tuesday and decided that it was time to pull the trigger. On the visit York said that he wasn't expecting the offer and came away impressed.
"I was shocked (when they offered). The head coach told me I was offered and it was great," he said. "I loved their facilities, the education and the coaches there are really genuine. They're not stiff, and it was great."
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Lewan, Denard Robinson on Kiper radar
May, 9, 2012
May 9
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Michael Rothstein | ESPN.com
Redshirt junior left tackle Taylor Lewan is already starting to garner potential attention for the 2013 NFL Draft.
The Scottsdale, Ariz. native who has two years of eligibility remaining is No. 12 on Mel Kiper's first big board for next year's NFL Draft. He is also ranked No. 2 among junior tackles available behind Alabama's D.J. Fluker.
He isn't the only Michigan player mentioned.
Kiper also has Denard Robinson among his top five seniors...at wide receiver. Robinson checks in as the No. 5 senior wide receiver on his board, despite the fact the Michigan quarterback has yet to catch a pass.
The Scottsdale, Ariz. native who has two years of eligibility remaining is No. 12 on Mel Kiper's first big board for next year's NFL Draft. He is also ranked No. 2 among junior tackles available behind Alabama's D.J. Fluker.
He isn't the only Michigan player mentioned.
Kiper also has Denard Robinson among his top five seniors...at wide receiver. Robinson checks in as the No. 5 senior wide receiver on his board, despite the fact the Michigan quarterback has yet to catch a pass.
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We're now into the months where football and basketball recruiting take precedence (though that might be true for every month depending on who you are), but we'll be here all summer to keep answering your questions and prompting discussion, whether that be about recruiting, football, basketball or desserts.
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Receivers are always going to be a hot commodity, and finding the right type of wideout for Michigan's offense will be crucial for the future. While there haven't been many commitments at receiver in the 2013 class, the Michigan coaching staff is already looking ahead to 2014.
A few of those prospects were in Columbus, Ohio, for the NFTC, including Damon Webb (Detroit/Cass Tech), Kendric Mallory (Trotwood, Ohio/Trotwood-Madison), Dominique Booth (Indianapolis/Pike) and Thaddeus Snodgrass (Springfield, Ohio/Springfield).
Snodgrass currently holds an offer from Toledo, but is already hearing from more programs.
A few of those prospects were in Columbus, Ohio, for the NFTC, including Damon Webb (Detroit/Cass Tech), Kendric Mallory (Trotwood, Ohio/Trotwood-Madison), Dominique Booth (Indianapolis/Pike) and Thaddeus Snodgrass (Springfield, Ohio/Springfield).
Snodgrass currently holds an offer from Toledo, but is already hearing from more programs.
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