Michigan football enters Week 8 of the college football season with a 4-2 record, keeping its hopes of winning the Big Ten and making the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff alive, even if the odds seem slim. The Wolverines faced a setback two Saturdays ago, losing 27-17 to Washington in Seattle, which exposed some concerns, particularly regarding the inexperience of current starting quarterback Jack Tuttle, who has been recovering from injuries.
On a brighter note, coach Moore and the Wolverines received positive news on the recruiting front this Thursday, securing a commitment from Class of 2026 wide receiver Jaylen Pile from Dallas, Texas. Pile’s list of offers includes several prestigious college programs, such as Penn State, Oregon, Notre Dame, and Auburn. The 6-foot, 178-pound prospect is rated as a three-star by On3.com and a four-star by Rivals.com.
“Absolutely! Major pickup from Down South!” Coach Moore exclaimed on his official X account on Thursday, following the announcement that garnered nearly 40,000 views by Thursday evening. Michigan’s 2026 recruiting class is currently ranked fourth in the Big Ten and 11th nationally, with four-star quarterback Brady Hart as the standout commitment so far. One reader commented, “Keep up the great work, coach,” while another urged, “Fire Wink,” referencing Michigan’s struggling defensive coordinator Wink Martindale. Another reader mentioned, “Let’s secure one from Belleville, Coach,” referring to Class of 2025 prospect Bryce Underwood, a quarterback committed to Brian Kelly’s LSU Tigers and ranked as the top player in his class.
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