Are we Transfer U? PFF grades three Michigan transfers from last year’s portal class amongst tops in the country

Great as that is, it's frustrating the ol guys didn't quite reach the levels of the prior group. Good depth at least

Sanders shouldn't even count on that list 

Good find, OP. I'd have to imagine that would be a great advertisement for the football program. Too bad Henderson and Hausmann weren't on top of the OL and LB lists.

Weak for OL to only get one spot on this list. Should be tackle / guard / center

Playing on good teams tends to make good players better.

I’m sure Barner, Stewart and Nugent have never had more fun playing football.

 Michigan has so much to offer.  

The sustainability of being a "school that develops talent" may not be as easy as it sounds. 

Firstly, it depends on the coaches. Staffs can turnover quickly, particularly via poaching from other schools who offer promotions and more money. You have to always have the best and brightest coaches all the time and being able to replace them. 

Secondly, NIL is a trump card in this day and age. Yes, you can develop, but the money may become such a strong a factor in the years to come that a players interest in the nebulous realm of "player development" is overshadowed by dollar signs which are more concrete and tangible. 

Thirdly, Michigan Admissions transfer requirements (for non-grad students) is still a problem that doesn't seem to be changing anytime soon. Maybe freshmen can meet the standards of being able to graduate on time even without any credits transferring, but sophomore and juniors not so much. 

I'm perfectly fine with this strategy, and I think we should be marketing widely that U-M is the place to come if you want a redo to "do it right" and get developed. 

Interesting that Josh Wallace came in ahead of Davison Igbinosun, a player it seemed that Michigan may have wanted more.  I just tried to look up Igbinosun's PFF grade, but I couldn't find it.

Hausmann should have made the list. He'd have been a starter full time if not for Barrett. 

What makes Michigan attractive?  Culture, development, and winning.

Two of those things are not that sexy to a HS recruit.  They're often more focused on NIL, promises of playing time (many of which are empty), and flashy visits.

After dating the hot blonde (glamourous recruiting process) and realizing she's absolutely insane and might kill you, many players are noticing the thoughtful brunette who has her shit together and will help you do the same.

What Michigan offers is much more appealing to players who have seen what college football is really like and are looking for a place that can help them develop, puts team above the idea of "stars", and still wins as big as anyone.  I don't know if that helps as much with "diva" positions like WR but it has clearly helped in the trenches and adding players like Barner and Wallace that know they have more to give and will transfer without the promises of dollars and prestige being peddled by many programs.

Basically, it's easier for Michigan and players to find the right fit in the portal than in the recruiting process.

It seems like there are some high potential players who may not be maximizing their potential - and, realize that Michigan could be a good place to reach their potential.

It seems like things are working out.  Michigan isn’t “paying for play” with true freshman - and, is directing NIL to contributors - and, thus far - it seems like those involved with NIL are engaging in team efforts and doing so responsibly.

So, the collectives aren’t dropping their funds on high school prospects- and, the portal is filling gaps in the roster.

Several players have been developed and are key to Michigan’s success.  Those players include - Hutch, Haskins, Blake, and JJ.

It’s the culture.  And, it would great to hear what recent players - like Olu - think of the culture - in comparison to other schools.

I think Harbaugh has the NIL thing fairly well-tuned at this point.  We are not looking for players who are looking for a big bag of money in terms of NIL dollars.  We are looking for smart young men that are looking for the incredible player development opportunity that is provided by Michigan's NFL caliber coaching staff. We have a high-value sales proposition when it comes to recruiting in the portal, and when you balance that with the awesome job that Harbaugh and staff has been doing in identifying under-valued talent at the high school level, who has it better?  

Harbaugh knows all about the free agency market.

I think our ‘25 class is gonna be top 10, especially after Harbaugh signs his deal.

Interesting system.

Underclassmen get to make the big bucks in the minors until they prove themselves worthy to be called up to The Show at Michigan.

no

Long answer? Yes. Short answer? Y.

Let all the kids know: Transfer to Michigan and you will style. You'll profile!

For some reason the tweet image cuts off Josh Wallace.

AJ Barner was a beast this year.  His numbers have to be near or better than Loveland's.  He made a lot of key plays.

Stewart and Wallace were both solid this year.