2026 Michigan commit named five-star in latest Rivals300 rankings
A fresh set of recruiting rankings for the 2026 class has been released after the Rivals and On3 merger has been completed, and a current Michigan commit sits as one of the nation’s elite as a five-star prospect.
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EDGE prospect Carter Meadows has been included as one of 12 five-star prospects in the latest Rivals300 rankings release, coming in as the No. 5 prospect in the country.
Meadows committed to the program in June after the Wolverines had a flurry of commitments in recent weeks, where it sits as the No. 9 class in the country according to Rivals’ Industry Rankings.
According to Rivals’ Director of Scouting Charles Power, Meadows’ combination of size and speed makes him one of the more athletic prospects in the 2026 class.
Rangy EDGE prospect with a rare combination of frame and movement skills. One of the most physically impressive prospects in the 2026 cycle. Measured in at around 6-foot-6, 225 pounds as a junior. Has vines for arms that measure around 35 inches to go with large hands. Could easily be a 280-pounder before it’s all said and done. Pairs the great frame with impressive functional athleticism A fluid, flexible athlete who has excellent bend. Has the natural tools to develop into a dangerous pass rusher down the line. Length pairs with good play strength to result in an effective edge setter. Also shows his athleticism in tracking down plays in pursuit. Doubles as a good high school basketball player while playing top competition on the hardwood. Will need to continue progressing as a pass rusher while upping his production. Pure physical upside is among the highest in the 2026 cycle.
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