A look at 10 recruits Michigan should offer from initial 2026 On300 rankings release

On3 released its initial On300 rankings for the 2026 recruiting class on Monday morning. Here is a look at 10 prospects the Wolverines should offer.

RB Savion Hiter, Woodberry Forest (Va.) School

New Michigan running backs coach Tony Alford only offered a few 2026 running backs during his time at Ohio State. Hiter was at the very top of the board, which comes as no surprise since he checked in as the No. 2 running back and No. 29 overall prospect nationally. Hiter has long been interested in Michigan, has the preexisting relationship with Alford and would be a monster in U-M’s run-heavy offensive system. This one makes way too much sense.

RB Javian Mallory, Boca Raton (Fla.) West Boca Raton

Mallory is another running back that Alford was on during his time in Ohio State. Alford has a long track record of successful recruitments in the state of Florida, and it is fully expected that he will be busy in the Sunshine State moving forward. At 6-foot, 200 pounds, Mallory has good size and has been playing at the varsity level since he was an eighth grader. Mallory, who checked in at No. 226 nationally, would be another quality fit in Michigan’s run-heavy attack.

WR Dyzier Carter, Woodberry Forest (Va.) School

I’ve been high on Carter for about a year now and wrote that Michigan should offer after I saw him live at the GameDay Camp. Carter, who is ranked as the No. 92 overall recruit nationally, is filling out his 6-foot, 180-pound frame and can play both inside and outside. He flashed highly route running ability and explosiveness at the camp. He could be used in a very similar way as Roman Wilson. Carter also happens to be a teammate of the aforementioned Hiter.

OL Immanuel Iheanacho, North Bethesda (Md.) Georgetown Prep

Iheanacho was one of the biggest surprises of the rankings release. The massive 6-foot-7, 320-pounder is unranked by every other recruiting service. However, On3 made him a five-star and ranked him as the No. 3 overall prospect in the country. Iheanacho has an impressive frame and a ton of potential. A school like Michigan, which is known for offensive line production, should certainly catch his attention. Iheanacho only has 10 listed offers at this time, so it would be smart for Michigan to jump in the mix now.

OL John Turntine, Fort Worth (Texas) North Crowley

I gave Turntine a glowing review after watching him live at last weekend’s Under Armour Dallas camp, and he is now ranked as the No. 3 offensive tackle and No. 8 overall recruit nationally. Yes, Turntine is going to be a tough one to pull from the Lone Star State. However, one of his assistant coaches is a big Michigan fan and is actually a member on The Fort. I think there would be legitimate interest if Michigan decided to enter the picture.

OL Carter Scruggs, Leesburg (Va.) Loudoun County

Don’t be surprised if this one happens soon. Scruggs is set to make his first visit to Michigan this spring and has already been in contact with new offensive line coach Grant Newsome. If Scruggs passes the eye test on the visit, he could very well notch a scholarship from the Wolverines. Scruggs, the No. 123 ranked recruit nationally, projects as a guard at the next level and has been seeing his stock rise with offers from Alabama, Penn State and others.

OL Thomas Wilder, Virginia Beach (Va.) Green Run

Michigan needs to land more high end tackle moving forward, and Wilder definitely fits the description. At 6-foot-6, 285 pounds, Wilder has an impressive frame and plus athleticism. Wilder has been hoping for a Michigan offer for a while now as he’s been impressed with the Wolverines’ recent offensive line production. Wilder, the No. 142 overall recruit nationally, is very open to going far away from home as well. He boasts offers from Florida, Georgia, Texas A&M and others.

LB Isaiah Simmons, Norfolk (Va.) Maury

Michigan isn’t really involved with any big-time linebacker recruits in 2026. That should change under new position coach Brian Jean-Mary. Simmons, the No. 62 overall recruit nationally, is the perfect prospect to dish out an offer to. The Wolverines have done well with thinner, speedier, plus athletes, and Simmons fits the bill at 6-foot, 190 pounds. Simmons was part of a dominant Maury team that won a Virginia state title. Despite the high ranking, Simmons’ biggest offer is from Virginia Tech. The door is wide open for U-M to make a move.

CB Dominick Kelly, Tampa (Fla.) Robinson

Kelly was one of the more impressive underclassmen defensive backs at Battle New Orleans. He boasts an impressive offer sheet that features the likes of Florida, Notre Dame, Penn State, Oklahoma and USC and checked in at No. 180 nationally. At 6-foot-1, 175 pounds, Kelly has the build that Michigan usually looks for in a cornerback. He’s also a strong academic student and very willing to leave the Southeast. In fact, Notre Dame and USC are considered early frontrunners. I briefly spoke to Kelly, and he told me he is ‘extremely’ interested in Michigan and would love an offer.

S Jamarrion Gordon, Jackson (Ala.) High

Gordon is part of the Gas Crew Elite training and 7v7 program, which produced Michigan wide receiver Karmello English. That tie should give Michigan an in here. New secondary coach LaMar Morgan spent plenty of time in the south and should be able to connect with prospects like Gordon. Getting on him now is a must as Gordon has already blown up with offers from Auburn, Florida, LSU, Oregon and Tennessee. Gordon checked in at No. 229 nationally.