Hello: Ambry Thomas
MI CB Ambry Thomas, the #2 player in the state, just announced his commitment to Michigan:
Thomas is the #3 CB and #31 overall player in the country to 247; he's 5th and 58th, respectively, on Scout. The other two services have him around 200th. Sam Webb on Thomas:
"I think he is a taller, faster version of Jourdan Lewis. He is an excellent bump and run defender. He has great feet, loose hips, recovery speed, and tremendous ball skills. Lewis was better technically at the same stage of development, but Thomas is more physical."
Michigan now has commits from 5 of the top 8 players in the state and hopes to add Donovan Peoples-Jones and Deron Irving-Bey in the near future.
A full post is coming tomorrow.
December 7th, 2016 at 10:09 PM ^
From listening to Sam on WTKA, I am convinced that he believes that Ambry is the best football player in Michigan this year. DPJ has more athletic ability and probably a higher ceiling - but that Ambry is the better football player at this point. He hasn't said it outright, but you can hear it in his voice when he talks about AT.
December 7th, 2016 at 10:24 PM ^
His showing at The Opening was something to be remembered. He flat out dogged some of the best talent in the country.
December 8th, 2016 at 8:20 AM ^
But didn't they play against each other recently, and DPJ won that battle? It's hard to believe he's the beter football player now if DPJ was able to beat him. I'm just glad that the two of them will only have to face each other on the practice field from now on. Steel sharpens steel.
December 8th, 2016 at 10:49 AM ^
King lost a lot to graduation and had sophmores & juniors all through the starting lineup. King actually overachieved this past year, with Lowell being the popular choice to win the Div. 2 State Title. DPJ is gonna get his numbers but Ambry had a bigger impact in all 3 phases.
December 7th, 2016 at 9:39 PM ^
No pressure kid
December 7th, 2016 at 9:40 PM ^
Football player
December 7th, 2016 at 9:50 PM ^
Heading to a top 3 recruiting class!
December 7th, 2016 at 9:41 PM ^
Nice. Welcome to the good guys, Ambry.
December 7th, 2016 at 9:46 PM ^
The start of a fantastic weekend, no doubt
December 7th, 2016 at 9:47 PM ^
Cant wait to see this secondary in two years!!! Geaux Blue!!!
December 7th, 2016 at 9:48 PM ^
let them fall. Huge Get
December 7th, 2016 at 9:59 PM ^
Already got JKP and Ambry. Looking forward to the next few weeks. I can't remember the last time Michigan expected so many early enrollees, especially of the caliber that should be coming in. Think about it, DPJ, Isaiah Wilson, Cesar Ruiz, and Chuck Filiaga, among others. I know Harris is a long shot, but hey, Harbaugh got the first ever consensus number 1 player in the country, so who knows?
This offensive line haul could be one for the ages.
Garret Fishaw has a nice expected commit list:
http://mgofish.com/2017-best-guess-michigan-football-recruiting-class-11-30-16/
December 7th, 2016 at 10:04 PM ^
I LOVE this kid. You have to love his game in general but when I heard he was just going to visit for Michigan's camp until he saw that Nico Collins there and had to lace them up to compete with him. That's when I knew I desperately him at Michigan.
December 7th, 2016 at 10:14 PM ^
Got better after his junior year...he isn't an early riser who topped out. This kid will be locking WRs down.
Pair him with St.-Juste, Hill and Long and the no fly zone will remain in A2.
December 7th, 2016 at 10:19 PM ^
Geez, I wonder what they are saying on RCMB....oh forget it, I just stopped caring!!!
December 7th, 2016 at 10:16 PM ^
the staff. What a thrill for the cousins to play together and enjoy some years together in A2.
Building a great secondary with the last 2 classes. Go Blue!
December 7th, 2016 at 11:59 PM ^
Fast and physical. Our defensive secondary will be a lockdown secondary. Look forward to watching him play at Michigan.
December 7th, 2016 at 10:36 PM ^
Top 50 talent, possible 5 star once finals rankings come out.
December 7th, 2016 at 10:41 PM ^
This is the kind of difference-making athlete that you need to beat the Alabamas of the world. Amazing get.
Happy, happy, joy, joy!
December 7th, 2016 at 10:50 PM ^
Alright!! Let's keep up the great cornerback from the state of Michigan tradition. Exciting news and welcome aboard!!
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December 7th, 2016 at 10:58 PM ^
Welcome Ambry!
GO BLUE!!!
December 7th, 2016 at 11:30 PM ^
One of the best pure athletes in the country. Kid has a chance to be special once he develops.
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December 7th, 2016 at 11:41 PM ^
I think Lewis is the best cornerback this program has ever had besides Woodson, and we have had some really good ones including Ty Law, Leon Hall, and Marlin Jackson. How many times did Lewis get beat on a route this year? I bet you can count it on one hand, and those were still well defended. If Thomas gets into this conversation I will be thrilled for him.
December 8th, 2016 at 12:06 AM ^
Not hating at all, but would like to see how big ten qb's compare now to back in the day. He got beat a couple times and saved by playing against horrendous qb's that air balled the passes. Granted, I noticed that more while he was just out from coming back so maybe injury was he cause
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December 8th, 2016 at 9:55 AM ^
I agree with this in a big way. I was actually pretty disappointed with QB play in the Big Ten this year, even though it's the best conference in the country right now. J.T. Barrett is probably the best QB in the conference, but he's not an outstanding pocket passer. Otherwise, you're looking at guys like Trace McSorley and Wilton Speight being among the best in the conference. MSU, Rutgers, Maryland, Purdue, Wisconsin, etc. all are in bad shape. I guess Indiana's okay with Lagow, but I think the Big Ten used to have a few high-quality college QBs every year.
December 7th, 2016 at 11:54 PM ^
Straight up, this is an amazing pick up. Our defensive backfield will not be an issue moving forward.
December 8th, 2016 at 12:04 AM ^
"I think he is a taller, faster version of Jourdan Lewis. He is an excellent bump and run defender. He has great feet, loose hips, recovery speed, and tremendous ball skills. Lewis was better technically at the same stage of development, but Thomas is more physical."
Please mon...please. Fred Jackson much?
First of all, Jourdan is actually pretty physical and is a great tackler on the boundary despite his size. Secondly, if this kid is faster than Jourdan, then he must be in the low 4.3s or 4.2. I give that 3 fakes out of five.
Not saying Im not happy that he went Blue. I am of course. He is a great prospect.
December 8th, 2016 at 1:31 AM ^
we need depth in DB right now, and he looks like he could pan out to eventually fill that Jourdan Lewis-sized hole that will unfortunately be in all of our hearts come January.
December 8th, 2016 at 1:38 AM ^
I honestly don't even want to think about that right now. We've been spoiled.
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December 8th, 2016 at 12:14 AM ^
MSU missed out on the #2 recruit in the state of Michigan. I wonder if they will have better luck with 3-9....I couldn't resist!!!
December 8th, 2016 at 1:37 AM ^
This is a great comment, but they're striking out all over. Harbaugh owns the state.
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December 8th, 2016 at 1:29 AM ^
Sam Webb is like a faster, stronger Fred Jackson.
December 8th, 2016 at 1:37 AM ^
This is a wonderful development, I am happy. Been in Nola all week, and I'm happy to be coming home tomorrow to a new commit!
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December 8th, 2016 at 1:44 AM ^
Cheers. Now secure the bag with DPJ & let's call it a day. These 3 (along with JKP) are thick as thieves - it's happening!
December 8th, 2016 at 1:49 AM ^
Harbaugh's doing wonders. Next year is going to be one of the younger Michigan teams in a LONG time. With a really solid 2016 recruiting class and what looks like it will be a superb 2017 recruiting class, next year should be really interesting. Can we figure out enough to at least get back to double-digit wins? If we do, Harbaugh could very well have an Urban-like first 5 years at Michigan, with double-digit win seasons every year. And 2 playoff appearances wouldn't hurt either.
December 8th, 2016 at 6:04 AM ^
Nice to see the board debating whether or not a recruit is as good as or better than one of the best Wolverines we've seen in a long time. Bodes well for the future. Welcome, Ambry
December 8th, 2016 at 9:02 AM ^
Gerald Ford?! Where are you posting from....
December 8th, 2016 at 7:14 AM ^
I'm excited for this commitment. Ambry seemed like the biggest question mark of the highly sought after in-state player, so to secure his commitment is huge. It scares me that we're losing a lot of leadership in the secondary with Jabrill and Jourdan, but I'm hoping that the next generation pushes each other to be great like those two pushed everyone.
December 8th, 2016 at 9:10 AM ^
RCMB has lost it.
"He got torched by DPJ, he's not that good."
Someone responded: "DPJ is probably the best WR recruit in the state since Rogers. And Thomas won't have to worry about him except on the practice field."
"DPJ will be the next 5 star bust at Michigan. Green, Kalis, Peppers (who plays like a low 4 star) and Gary (who I heard is already looking like a bust in his limited playing time) have done nothing."
Jesus christ Sparty. Cry some more.
December 8th, 2016 at 10:10 AM ^
Peppers got invited to New York for the Heisman ceremony and has already won a national postseason award. Jeez I'll take a hundred more five star busts like JP.
December 8th, 2016 at 10:36 AM ^
Peppers (who plays like a low 4 star) and Gary (who I heard is already looking like a bust in his limited playing time)
Almost choked on my breakfast reading this. They say denial is the first stage of grief.
December 8th, 2016 at 10:52 AM ^
That's beyond denial. Pure delusional thinking.
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December 8th, 2016 at 9:19 AM ^
all that is left?
December 8th, 2016 at 9:34 AM ^
Overall? No, still about ten guys after DPJ... In Detroit specifically, yes. Him, Ambry and JKP were the best 3 players in the city of Detroit.
December 8th, 2016 at 9:48 AM ^
Deron Irving-Bey is also a possibility within the state.
December 8th, 2016 at 9:45 AM ^
Big momentum builder going into a big weekend. Welcome home AT!
December 8th, 2016 at 10:01 AM ^
Twittersphere reporting that Webb said we have six silents left and 4 this month.
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December 8th, 2016 at 10:09 AM ^
Yep, we're in very good shape going forward. That's why I think some of the hand-wringing about Michigan recruiting is funny. We won't top Ohio State like some people want, but we should be just behind them.
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