Michigan’s latest push to pull five-star Oregon wide receiver commit Dakota Guerrant back toward home got a fresh boost last weekend.
Guerrant, the Harper Woods (Mich.) High School star, was among the double-digit prospects in attendance at The Big House for Michigan’s win over Oklahoma. It marked his first trip back to campus since he committed to the Ducks in June, and the visit gave the Wolverines another chance to make their case.
“Saturday was smooth,” Guerrant told Maize n Brew. “Got to see Bryce (Underwood), got to see the offense.
The offense looked way better than the Western (Michigan) game. All you can ask for is progression.”
That offensive showing mattered. Michigan wanted exactly that kind of response against a strong SEC defense, and Guerrant was paying close attention to how the wide receivers were being used.
Andrew Marsh and JJ Buchanan accounted for five of Bryce Underwood’s nine completions, and Guerrant noticed how involved they were. The No. 1 overall in-stater in the 2027 class, according to both 247Sports and Rivals, said the Wolverines are making sure their playmakers stay involved.
“They try to get the ball to their playmakers as much as they can,” Guerrant said. “If it’s a jet, if it’s a screen. They just try to get their playmakers the ball.”
Michigan wide receivers coach Micah Simon has stayed active throughout the process, and Guerrant said the communication has continued since the visit. Simon’s style has left an impression on other receivers Michigan is chasing as well.
“It’s been good, he still be calling and all that stuff,” Guerrant said. “(He’s saying), ‘Just watch us this season, you’re going to see.’”
Even with recruiting heating up, Guerrant still has football priorities at Harper Woods. His team rolled to a 61-0 win on Friday, and Guerrant delivered on both sides of the ball with two touchdowns and a strip sack.
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