Looking at Michigan’s current football roster, it’s clear the offense is lacking big-bodied wide receivers. Amorion Walker, who rejoined through the transfer portal, adds some height and a deep threat at 6-foot-3 and 180 pounds. However, how many of Michigan’s wide receivers are capable of winning jump-ball situations?
There isn’t a true large target who can make tough catches over the middle without taking heavy hits. While players like Semaj Morgan, Tyler Morris, and Fred Moore are talented, none of them are big-bodied receivers.
Michigan could use larger wideouts, and Jamar Browder, a 6-foot-4, 204-pound North Carolina State commit, fits the profile. Browder, ranked No. 776 overall in the 2025 class, has been committed to NC State since June but recently visited Michigan and is expected to return for an official visit. As a junior, Browder caught 39 passes for 730 yards and 14 touchdowns.
According to Steve Wiltfong of On3.com, Michigan has a “real shot” at flipping Browder, who would be a good fit alongside top-100 receiver Andrew Marsh in the 2025 class.
Meanwhile, the recruitment of five-star offensive tackle Andrew Babalola continues to stretch on. The 6-foot-6, 280-pound tackle, ranked No. 24 overall in the 2025 class, was expected to announce his commitment in September but hasn’t yet. While Babalola said he plans to decide before the end of his high school season, there’s speculation it could go until Early National Signing Day.
Michigan football insider EJ Holland noted that Stanford has lost momentum in Babalola’s recruitment, but that doesn’t necessarily put Michigan in the lead. Auburn has made a significant push, especially in terms of NIL opportunities. Michigan is still in contention, alongside schools like Stanford, Auburn, Oklahoma, and Missouri.