We will start with the defensive line and the defensive end spot:
Mario Ojemudia
Mario Ojemudia is a weak side / rush defensive end from Farmington Hills (MI) Harrison HS. He is only listed at about 6'2" and 220 lbs. so he is a little light to be on the line. Ojemudia has said that Coach Mattison has told him that he will be more of a rushing linebacker that also puts his hand down as a defensive end at times. Mattison referred to Terrell Suggs of the Baltimore Ravens as a player Ojemudia could become like. I like the burst that he has off the line, but he is not very good at getting off of blocks. Adding some weight should help that, but I can't wait to see him flying into the backfield and terrorizing the quarterback. The future is bright for Mario Ojemudia in my opinion.
The following are Mario Ojemudia's recruiting rankings:
Scout: 4*, #20 DE, #162 Overall
Rivals: 3*, #30 WDE
ESPN: 4*, 80 - Scouts Grade, #23 DE
247: 3*, 89 - 247 Rating, #28 WDE
Matt Godin
Matt Godin is a strong side defensive end / defensive tackle out of Novi (MI) Detroit Catholic Central HS. Being listed at about 6'6" and 270 lbs. Godin is more than likely going to take Ryan Van Bergen's spot at the 5-tech position. I am not very knowledgeable along the defensive line when it comes to the 4-3 under that Michigan's defense runs, but the 5-tech is the strong side defensive end. Also, if I am correct, the 5-tech is supposed to be pretty interchangeable with the 3-tech defensive tackle, as far as personnel. Godin has a big enough body that he could play either position, I think it just depends on the depth and who is in front of him. Godin will be a decent player at Michigan and if he comes close to being a Ryan Van Bergen like player, we will be in good shape.
The following are Matt Godin's recruiting rankings:
Scout: 3*, #31 DT
Rivals: 3*, #26 DT
ESPN: 3*, 79 - Scouts Grade, #32 DT
247: 4*, 91 - 247 Rating, #17 SDE
Tom Strobel
Tom Strobel is a strong side defensive end from Mentor (OH) Mentor HS. Like Matt Godin, Strobel is listed at about 6'6" and 265 lbs. and will most likely take Ryan Van Bergen's spot. While Godin has a good chance of moving to defensive tackle, I do not think that Strobel will move. Strobel was the higher ranked recruit coming out of high school and I do think that he will contribute sooner than Godin, but both will be decent players along the defensive line over the next few years.
The following are Tom Strobel's recruiting rankings:
Scout: 4*, #12 DE, #93 Overall
Rivals: 4*, #16 DE
ESPN: 3*, 78 - Scouts Grade, #61 DE
247: 4*, 93 - 247 Rating, #14 WDE, #198 Overall
Chris Wormley
Chris Wormley is another strong side defensive end that Michigan signed this class. He is from Toledo (OH) Whitmer HS and is listed at about 6'5" and 250 lbs. Like Godin and Strobel, Wormley could be taking over the 5-tech position. I have heard some rumblings that Wormley could also move down to the defensive tackle spot like Godin. I think for Wormley, it will depend on how big he truly is when he shows up on campus. If he is constantly around that 250 lb. range, I think he stays at defensive end. He is definitely a player I am excited to watch, as I am from the Toledo-ish area.
The following are Chris Wormley's recruiting rankings:
Scout: 4*, #21 DE, #164 Overall
Rivals: 3*, #21 SDE
ESPN: 4*, 80 - Scouts Grade, #17 DE
247: 4*, 96 - 247 Rating, #4 SDE, #73 Overall
Willie Henry
Willie Henry is a defensive tackle out of Cleveland (OH) Glenville HS. He is currently listed at about 6'3" and 273 lbs. As I said in the New Wolverine post last week, Henry is a raw player that has a ton of upside, but he will need to add some weight and work on his fundamentals. Henry is a big pickup in my opinion because of the depth at defensive tackle. I would like to see him redshirt this coming season to add weight and refine his skills. In a couple years, Henry could be a nice contributor with Godin and possibly Wormley rotating in (again depending on who moves / stays where).
The following are Willie Henry's recruiting rankings:
Scout: 3*, #38 DT
Rivals: 3*, NR DT
ESPN: 3*, 75 - Scouts Grade, #97 DT
247: 3*, 83 - 247 Rating, #75 DT
Ondre Pipkins
Ondre Pipkins is a nose tackle from Kansas City (MO) Park Hill HS. He is listed at about 6'3" and 320 lbs. Pipkins is probably the player I am most excited to see play for Michigan. He is a high motor guy that doesn't seem to give up on any plays. This was shown during the Army All America game in January. He chased down the opposing quarterback and crushed him just before reaching the sideline and also chased down wide receiver prospect Stefon Diggs (while also causing a fumble). Pipkins is definitely in line for some playing time this year, if not starting time. While Pipkins is a little outspoken, especially when it comes to Ohio State, I think it's good to have somebody that will cause some ruckus. I just hope that he lives up to the expectations we all have for him and "walks the walk."
The following are Ondre Pipkins' recruiting rankings:
Scout: 4*, #7 DT, #65 Overall
Rivals: 5*, #3 DT, #14 Overall
ESPN: 4*, 80 - Scouts Grade, #16 DT
247: 4*, 96 - 247 Rating, #6 DT, #51 Overall
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