Michigan football has been excelling in June, traditionally a strong month for the Wolverines, and this trend continues with the 2025 class.
On Saturday, Julius Holly, a 6-foot-3, 230-pound EDGE from Alpharetta, Georgia, committed to Michigan. Holly, ranked No. 301 overall in the 2025 class by the 247 Sports composite rankings, is the No. 22 EDGE and marks the 10th blue-chip commitment for Michigan’s 2025 class. He chose Michigan over Texas A&M, Georgia, and Ole Miss, becoming the eighth commitment in June and the 13th overall for Michigan’s No. 15 ranked 2025 class according to 247 Sports.
Key Takeaways
Another Talented Pass Rusher
Holly stands out among Michigan’s recent EDGE recruits, who typically are 6-foot-5 or 6-foot-6 and versatile along the defensive line, like Jaylen Williams and Nate Marshall. Holly, however, is a true EDGE rusher with a slightly smaller frame but notable pass-rushing skills, evidenced by his 57 tackles, eight sacks, and three pass breakups last season.
Lou Esposito’s Impressive Performance
BREAKING: Four-Star EDGE Julius Holly has Committed to Michigan, he tells me for @on3recruits
The 6’3 230 EDGE from Alpharetta, GA chose the Wolverines over Georgia, Ole Miss, and Texas A&M
“I’m a Michigan Man, Go Blue〽️🔵”https://t.co/G3rwpA9Q65 pic.twitter.com/vZ6I73jJpP
— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) June 29, 2024
Lou Esposito has been exceptional since becoming Michigan’s D-line coach in the spring, securing blue-chip commitments from Jaylen Williams, Nate Marshall, and now Julius Holly. Esposito has also managed to retain commitments from Bobby Kanka and Nate Marshall, showcasing his recruiting prowess.
Michigan Football’s Recruitment Continues
Despite a few recent setbacks with recruits like Jordon Davison and Maxwell Roy, Michigan still has promising prospects on the horizon. Four-star offensive lineman Hardy Watts and Andrew Olesh are expected to announce their commitments on Monday, with Michigan being a strong contender for both. If secured, this would bring Michigan’s total to 15 commitments, including 12 blue-chips, positioning the Wolverines for a potential top-10 recruiting class.