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Name: Marcus Lewis
Position: Cornerback
Ht/Wt: 6’1" / 187 lbs.
Location: Gonzaga - Washington, DC (2015)
Offers: Florida (COMMITTED), Baylor, Boston College, Clemson, East Carolina, Florida State, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Miami, Michigan, Michigan State, NC State, North Carolina, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Penn State, Pittsburgh, Rutgers, Syracuse, Temple, Tennessee, Virginia, Virginia Tech, Wake Forest, West Virginia
Rating: ★★★★ .9431 (247 Composite)
Ranking: #118 NAT / #8 ATH  (247 Composite)
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When Shaun Crawford decommitted a couple of weeks ago cornerback suddenly became a much bigger position of need in the 2015 class. Michigan had offered Marcus Lewis back in February but now that there is a secondary vacancy in the class, he has become a much bigger priority.

Lewis is currently committed to Florida but he is curious about several schools scattered all over the country, including Michigan.

"I'm still feeling Florida, but I just want to take some visits like everyone else," Lewis explained. "I'm interested in Michigan, Miami, Oregon, Ole Miss, Kentucky, and Washington State. I know that is all over the place and I'm not sure if the distance will be a big deal, I want to check out Oregon and Washington State since they're far away. I've already visited Miami and Kentucky."

Lewis expressed interest in multiple schools, but with Michigan, he already has a visit scheduled for one of the programs biggest recruiting events.

"I'll be checking out Michigan for the BBQ," he said. "I've heard that it's a good time for recruits. The coaches wanted me to come up for it."

Lewis is on a pretty regular communication schedule with the coaches and the ever-popular Coach Manning had his name brought up yet again.

"I communicate with Coach Mallory, Coach Manning, and Coach Mattison once a week," Lewis said. "I've also talked to Coach Hoke. I'm definitely feeling the staff at Michigan!"

Lewis mentioned Michigan's tradition as another big draw for him. He says he just wants to see the campus and spend time with the coaches in person to really get a feel for everything. Those coaches aren't the only ones coming after Lewis, however. Potential future teammates of his are really getting after him too.

"Man, they are coming after me pretty hard," Lewis said with a laugh. "Garrett Taylor, Chris Clark, and Tyree Kinnel are all talking to me about Michigan. They say that they need me. They all think I can be a big part of the team. I am buying what they are saying actually. Especially what they're saying about a Michigan degree. You can't beat it."

Lewis seems to already have pretty strong feelings toward Michigan but he's not ready to dive into the maize and blue pool just yet.

"I'm not going to call Michigan a leader quite yet," he admitted. "I just want to visit and see how it is."

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5 – Trending Blue
4 – Solidly in a top 2-3
3 – Contender in a top 3-7 
2 – Among large (8-15) group under consideration
1 – Let’s see if he visits before we talk
0 – Passing interest or none

The way Lewis spoke about Michigan made it hard for me to believe that he was committed to Florida. I think Michigan has a very realistic chance at flipping him when it's all said and done. Lewis told me that he doesn't plan to commit while visiting for the BBQ, but I've heard that before. I'm not saying it's likely, but I think he will love what he sees and feels on campus, and with several commits spending time with him in person it could be a pretty persuasive environment.

Name: Mook Reynolds
Position: Cornerback
Ht/Wt: 6’0" / 175 lbs.
Location: Northern Guilford - Greensboro, NC (2015)
Offers: Virginia Tech (COMMITTED), Georgia, Michigan, Notre Dame, Duke, East Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee
Rating: ★★★★ .9024 (247 Composite)
Ranking: #263 NAT / #23 CB  (247 Composite)
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In the wake of the Shaun Crawford decommitment the Michigan staff identified Mook Reynolds as a potential replacement and offered him on June 11. Reynolds himself is currently committed to Virginia Tech, but has decided that he will look around just a little bit before finalizing where he'd like to play his college football.

Jamon "Mook" Reynolds was nicknamed by his mother as a baby and it has stuck with him his entire life. While his nickname might make you chuckle, his game and his confidence definitely will not.

"I think of 'Mook' as sort of an alter-ego on the field," he explained. "I am really physical, versatile, and will lay the wood to anybody. When people watch me play they will see me everywhere doing everything. I hate losing more than I like winning. I don't care what it's in, I live to win."

As a current Virginia Tech commit, Reynolds has been compared to former Hokie and recent first round draft pick, Kyle Fuller. At roughly the same size and with a similar skill set, the comparison seems appropriate.

The term "Virginia Tech commit" could be temporary as Reynolds has recently drawn attention from several big time schools, four of which he plans on checking out more closely.

"Michigan, Notre Dame, Georgia, and Tennessee are involved now," Reynolds said. "Those are my most recent offers but right now I'm still committed to Virginia Tech. I'm going to take my visits to those four schools and go from there."

Michigan recruiting buffs are well aware of the BBQ at The Big House. This year Reynolds will be in attendance on July 27th for the event, a plan that he set up through Coach Manning. Reynolds cited his relationship with the new cornerbacks coach as a reason why he's now so interested in the Wolverines.

"The relationship I have with Coach Manning is the only connection I have to Michigan," Reynolds said. "He's a really cool guy even outside of football. He's about his business and is really excited about coaching the corners. He loves Michigan football too and you can tell. He's cool."

Coach Manning isn't the only thing Reynolds likes about Michigan. He pointed out the program's rich history, legacy and tradition as other aspects that he appreciates. 

Reynolds doesn't have any other visits scheduled at this point so it's impossible to say whether the BBQ visit will be a great first impression of the four programs or if it will have a lasting impression as one of his final visits. Either way, the fact that he has the Michigan visit in place before the others can't be a bad thing.

Even though his visits aren't all on the calendar yet, Reynolds knows what he's looking for and has a very level head when it comes to his approach to his recruitment.

"After I take my visits I'm really not sure how my recruitment will finish out. Only time will tell," he said. "If I do what's best for me, it shouldn't be a tough decision though. I'll just take my time with it. I know that I want to play early, I want to win, and I want to have a better opportunity to advance to the next level. I know those are lofty goals, but it keeps me focused."

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5 – Trending Blue
4 – Solidly in a top 2-3
3 – Contender in a top 3-7 
2 – Among large (8-15) group under consideration
1 – Let’s see if he visits before we talk
0 – Passing interest or none

Reynolds is currently committed to Virginia Tech but he didn't hide the fact that he'd like to look around. Right now it seems as if Michigan has as good a shot as any of the other four schools to impress and flip him. The BBQ visit will be big as usual for curious recruits and his relationship with Coach Manning also seems to be trending in the right direction. As the end of July approaches it will be interesting to see if he has scheduled or even engaged in any of the other potential visits. As he said, only time will tell.

 

Name: Austin Mack
Position: Wide Receiver
Ht/Wt: 6’2" / 205 lbs.
Location: Bishop Luers - Fort Wayne, IN (2016)
Offers: Michigan, Ohio State, Bowling Green, Cincinnati, Indiana, Ohio
Rating: ★★★★ .9787 (247 Composite)
Ranking: #50 NAT / #9 WR  (247 Composite)
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Monday wasn't entirely about 2016 basketball offers as the football staff decided to offer touted wide receiver prospect Austin Mack after his impressive camp performance. Mack explained how and why the offer was extended.

"Man, I was super excited! After a workout in The Big House, Coach Hoke just came and talked to me and then offered me. Right there on the field. It was awesome!" Mack exclaimed. "He said that I fit the system. The coaches liked how I 'get big' when I catch. I caught the ball well and just made a scene."

Mack's excitment was easy to detect. The Michigan offer was obviously one that he wanted badly, but the Wolverines aren't the only big time Big Ten school that has offered him. The Buckeyes beat Michigan to the punch just five days prior and both schools are in good shape with him. Which offer did he enjoy more?

"You know I couldn't even tell you," He said. "Ohio State was like the first big one for me so the excitement was a little more, but Michigan has been a favorite for me so it's pretty even."

247Sports has Ohio State, Michigan, and Notre Dame in the "warm" stance with Mack, but that could be a little misleading according to what he said about the Irish.

"Notre Dame is my home-state school, but that's not an offer I'm necessarily wanting," Mack said. "I just haven't really heard much from them. I am too focused on Ohio State and Michigan."

It's safe to say that Michigan and Ohio State are running head to head for Mack's top spot, but they aren't the only schools he's interested in.

"I'd like to get an offer from Michigan State and something from the south," He said. "I think getting an offer from a southern school will just be better for my recruitment."

As for the remainder of his recruitment, Mack wasn't bashful about how Michigan and Ohio State will factor into his future plans.

"Michigan and Ohio State are even for me. Neither of them are my leader, but they are definitely both on top," He explained. "I hope to make a decision next summer hopefully, before my senior year. I'm going to visit Michigan and Ohio State for games this fall and hopefully a few more."

It's always interesting to ask a recruit if they have any "Michigan-centric" comments for readers and fans. Mack's was simple.

"I'm excited about Michigan! Hands down!"

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5 – Trending Blue
4 – Solidly in a top 2-3
3 – Contender in a top 3-7 
2 – Among large (8-15) group under consideration
1 – Let’s see if he visits before we talk
0 – Passing interest or none

Austin didn't leave much for the imagination when it came to who he likes. Michigan and Ohio State are his top two and probably will be until he decides. If some of the recent powers like Florida State, Alabama, or Auburn come calling I'm sure they'll be seriously considered, especially since he's interested in a generic southern school, but Michigan and Ohio State are "it" for him right now. He is a very real possibility to become part of Team 137 along with Erik Swenson and Messiah deWeaver.