In-state Preview of 2016 Recruiting

Submitted by Magnus on

With the 2016 recruiting cycle officially beginning recently, I compiled a list of 38 in-state prospects to watch for the upcoming class. Several already have Michigan offers, and I think a few more could come. And even if not, there are guys on this list who will end up playing against Michigan in the coming years or who might be from your old high school. Enjoy!

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DFW_Michigan_Man

February 16th, 2015 at 10:03 AM ^

In any case, the kid has talent and could end up on either side of the ball.  My feeling is he projects more to the offensive side of the ball (which you said as well in your write up).

 

 

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Magnus

February 16th, 2015 at 10:12 AM ^

It could have been a mistake on my part, but I believe when I looked up Corley originally (this was about a week ago), he was rated as a cornerback. It surprised me, too, because I think most schools are looking at him as a WR. Now he's ranked as the #24 WR on 247's Composite. Things change pretty regularly on those Composite rankings because they take into account the four major services.

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LDNfan

February 16th, 2015 at 9:59 AM ^

When is an Offer really an Offer? I ask bec. Falcon list an OSU offer..but with Kareem Walker already in the fold...would they still take his commitment?

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mailmanmike209

February 16th, 2015 at 11:42 AM ^

If Michigan is going after him, Meyer will swoop in, blow smoke up his ass, talk him into commiting on NSD ( actually 100 am ) and then not use him. He did it with B Dunn and so far it looks like it with Weber. Just to keep a player that Michigan might have high interest in, Meyer will do whatever he has to to keep that kid from Michigan, with plans of playing him or not.                                                                                                                                                                  So in regards to if they would sign him even though they have K Walker, I'd say yes.

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dj89

February 16th, 2015 at 10:40 AM ^

Nice to see a player from Lansing Catholic, my alma mater. Of course, it has been a while since I went there - I think the sport had graduated from leather helmets - and I don't follow their athletics with any consistency. But it is fun to see. Thanks for the update!

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MgoRayO3313

February 16th, 2015 at 10:51 AM ^

In my opinion it's another lackluster class overall for the state. There will be guys who blossom here before August 15', but overall it's nothing to brag about.

I've seen guys like Pettaway an Fitzpatrick live and on film now on several occasions. Both impressive players.

Pettaway lacks elite speed. Reminds me a lot of Thomas Rawls in his running style. He had hopes of landing big time offers as a sophomore, but his lack of exposure in a weak division has hurt him a great deal.

Fitzpatrick is a very solid receiver who has the ability to beat you deep. He is good in and out of cuts but he is not very physical. At times seems scared of contact. Before he committed to Louisville he was getting a lot I love from ND.

I seen Hayes play a couple years ago and I remember him standing out (especially considering his age). Haven't heard or seen much since.

Seems like a poor year for QB talent. Not seeing a lot of depth or top end talent at the position.

Falcon is a solid player as well. Have watched film on the guy (mutual opponent) and he is solid. I don't see us taking him.

I've had a chance to see or watch on film a couple other guys here. Just not seeing that one guy who really impresses me. Awesome job with the list as usual. It's a great compilation and a wonderful resource to get an idea I what to look for in the state for '15.



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KRK

February 16th, 2015 at 11:31 AM ^

We do alright. Most of make a certain amount per comment and I think Magnus gets paid a couple grand for every new board post. I wouldn't say it's 24 hour news because a lot of us are on here at 2 AM and there's no news. That's when we talk about being lonely and what we're drinking.



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Yooper

February 16th, 2015 at 11:27 AM ^

Magnus, or anybody-I understand that top notch talent will vary from year-to-year.  And we all know that demographic and population changes due to the long decline in the auto industry certainly has impacted the HS talent base.  That said, with conditions improving a bit in the state,  do you see HS football in Michigan continuing to decline over time, stabilizing, or on a longer-term upswing?

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Magnus

February 16th, 2015 at 11:49 AM ^

My own personal opinion is that football is going to drop off a little bit. All the new information about concussions is going to cause a fair amount of parents to push their athletic sons into other sports and activities. I think that will happen in a lot of areas, most likely with well-to-do families who can afford other sports or activities.

I don't think the economy's fluctuations will have much to do with it, though. The thing that will change the amount of talent is the population. If people move to Detroit and its suburban areas, we will see more talent. If people move away, we will see less.

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Magnus

February 16th, 2015 at 6:58 PM ^

I guess I wasn't clear.

You're right that the economy has to do with population. What I mean is that so far, I don't think the uptick in the economy has really affected Michigan's population. So unless there's long-term economic growth, the population won't grow much. And if the population doesn't grow, then I don't see the talent base improving.

Hopefully that's a little bit clearer.

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Wolverine in 312

February 16th, 2015 at 6:45 PM ^

Football will slowly lose participants. I was fortunate enough to never have had any bad head injuries. But my older brother played 1-A fullback and had several concussions and now has terrible arthritis and has constant neck pain. I cant say for certain, but I'd guess if he could do it again, he would not have played football. 

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MgoRayO3313

February 16th, 2015 at 12:13 PM ^

I see it dropping cease as a coach and educator I know they are not putting any extra money into programs/facilities/etc. I can't complain now. I am in Oakland county (some of the best comp in the state an certainly probably the most affluent county). However I know that places I have coached I. The past that have had solid programs are cash strapped and essentially are responsible for all $ on their own. I have coached in programs that were asked to essentially be self sufficient. Zero dollars from athletic boosters, athletic programs or the school district. Places that have QB clubs and whatnot that are responsible for fundraising 100% of the teams needs. To me that's complete and utter bullshit. Until school districts in the state begin to change this alarming trend I can almost assure you it will continue to decline. That, coupled with all the obvious reasons in the economy will hold Michigan back. Despite what any survey, demographics statistics or any other bs numbers, things have not got any better in the State's school districts. There is no expansion, rather, many are just looking not to fall apart.



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