Michigan Wolverines: Robert Foster
Hackenberg, Olsen earn UA Game starts
January, 3, 2013
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Black Team offense
Quarterback: Christian Hackenberg (Penn State)Running back: Alvin Kamara
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Tight end: O.J. Howard (Alabama)
Offensive tackle: Darius James (Texas), Denver Kirkland
Offensive guard: Grant Hill (Alabama), Joas Aguilar (Texas A&M)
Center: Hunter Bivin (Notre Dame)
Captains: Kelvin Taylor, Hunter Bivin, Robert Nkemdiche, Ben Boulware
Black Team defense
Defensive end: Robert Nkemdiche, Elijah DanielDefensive tackle: Greg Gilgmore (LSU), Kennedy Tulimasealii (Hawaii)
Inside linebacker: Ben Boulware (Clemson)
Outside linebacker: Alex Anzalone (Notre Dame), Matthew Thomas
Safety: Keanu Neal (Florida), Leon McQuay III
Cornerback: Vernon Hargreaves III (Florida), Tarean Folston (Notre Dame)
Black Team special teams
Long snapper: Tyler Kluver (Iowa)Kicker/punter: Sean Covington (UCLA)
White Team offense
Quarterback: Kevin Olsen (Miami)Running back: Keith Ford (Oklahoma)
Receiver: Laquon Treadwell, Ryan Green (Florida State), Jalin Marshall (Ohio State)
Tight end: Hunter Henry (Arkansas)
Offensive tackle: Derwin Gray (Maryland), Dorian Johnson (Pittsburgh)
Offensive guard: Patrick Kugler (Michigan), David Dawson (Michigan)
Center: Scott Quessenberry (UCLA)
White Team defense
Defensive end: Carl Lawson (Auburn), Joey Bosa (Ohio State)Defensive tackle: Henry Poggi (Michigan), Kelsey Griffin (South Carolina)
Inside linebacker: Reuben Foster, Yannick Ngakoue
Outside linebacker: Trey Johnson
Safety: Max Redfield, Antonio Conner
Cornerback: Gareon Conley (Ohio State), Shaq Wiggins (Georgia)
White Team special teams
Long snapper: Brendan TurelliKicker: Ryan Santoso (Minnesota)
Punter: Shane Tripucka
Captains: Ryan Green, Hunter Henry, Patrick Kugler, Reuben Foster
RecruitingNation has summoned its writers from around the country to compile a list of the top 10 battles for elite football recruits leading up to February's signing day. We'll update our rankings periodically to reflect a change in a player's status (i.e., new offers, trimmed-down list or a positive/negative official visit).
Our writers have debated the list for weeks, but we value your input as well. Voice your opinion on Twitter (@RecruitingESPN) using#BlueChipBattles or vote for which player should hold the No. 1 spot on Facebook.
leading up to February's signing day. We'll update our rankings periodically to reflect a change in a player's status (i.e., new offers, trimmed-down list or a positive/negative official visit).
Our writers have debated the list for weeks, but we value your input as well. Voice your opinion on Twitter (@RecruitingESPN) using#BlueChipBattles or vote for which player should hold the No. 1 spot on Facebook.
#BlueChip Battles: Oct. 26
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Pitt doesn't want WR Robert Foster to leave the Keystone State and USC hopes to keep CB Max Redfield in Cali. The local programs' bid to keep those two stars in-state highlights this week's #BlueChipBattles .
#BlueChipBattles is the Twitter hashtag to use if you want to voice your opinion on our list or to view other fans' reactions as the commitments begin to roll in. Get recruiting updates on the players above as well as the nation's other top football prospects here: @RecruitingESPN.
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#BlueChipBattles is the Twitter hashtag to use if you want to voice your opinion on our list or to view other fans' reactions as the commitments begin to roll in. Get recruiting updates on the players above as well as the nation's other top football prospects here: @RecruitingESPN.
In the 2012 class Michigan had two commitments -- cornerback Terry Richardson and linebacker Joe Bolden -- participate in the Under Armour All-America Game. Spring ball hasn't even ended yet and Michigan already has more than double that amount committed to the 2013 Under Armour game.
Offensive linemen David Dawson (Detroit/Cass Tech), Logan Tuley-Tillman (Peoria, Ill./Manual) and Patrick Kugler (Wexford, Pa./North Allegheny), cornerback Gareon Conley (Massilon, Ohio/Washington) and quarterback Shane Morris (Warren, Mich./De La Salle) have all accepted invitations to the annual game.
This isn't the final tally of Michigan commits to be selected for the game, but given the fact it's only April, this is a big deal to say the least.
Offensive linemen David Dawson (Detroit/Cass Tech), Logan Tuley-Tillman (Peoria, Ill./Manual) and Patrick Kugler (Wexford, Pa./North Allegheny), cornerback Gareon Conley (Massilon, Ohio/Washington) and quarterback Shane Morris (Warren, Mich./De La Salle) have all accepted invitations to the annual game.
This isn't the final tally of Michigan commits to be selected for the game, but given the fact it's only April, this is a big deal to say the least.
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Michigan looks to be taking three wide receivers in the 2013 class, and the coaching staff has plenty of early options. With one wideout already on board in Jaron Dukes (Columbus, Ohio/Marion-Franklin), there are likely two spots left. WolverineNation takes a look at some of the top current targets for the Wolverines.
2013 Wide receiver targets:
Devon Allen (Phoenix/Brophy): At 6-foot, 187 pounds, Allen has good size for the type of receiver he is. The Michigan coaching staff has told Allen they see him as a speedy, stretch-the-field receiver, and there's a good reason why. He's not only a tremendous football prospect but a track star. His speed would give the coaching staff a different dimension from a receiver within this class, and the Wolverines want him badly. Despite the fact Allen's father attended Ohio State, the younger Allen has expressed interest in pursuing an engineering degree and believes Michigan is one of the top schools in that field. Allen and his father are looking to visit a few Midwest schools, including Michigan, in the summer.
2013 Wide receiver targets:
Devon Allen (Phoenix/Brophy): At 6-foot, 187 pounds, Allen has good size for the type of receiver he is. The Michigan coaching staff has told Allen they see him as a speedy, stretch-the-field receiver, and there's a good reason why. He's not only a tremendous football prospect but a track star. His speed would give the coaching staff a different dimension from a receiver within this class, and the Wolverines want him badly. Despite the fact Allen's father attended Ohio State, the younger Allen has expressed interest in pursuing an engineering degree and believes Michigan is one of the top schools in that field. Allen and his father are looking to visit a few Midwest schools, including Michigan, in the summer.
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