Chris Brazzell II is the latest name that University of Michigan football fans need to know — he is a four-star transfer portal wide receiver from Tulane University, and per new reports, the Wolverines’ coaching staff is in contact with him.
Michigan football in contact with major transfer portal target
After the 2023 season comes to a close, Michigan football will be losing a key piece: wide receiver Cornelius Johnson, who is one of JJ McCarthy’s favorite targets right now. While Roman Wilson has an NFL decision to make, it’s largely assumed that Michigan may need a replacement for him, too, as the Wolverines look to remain in title contention once the Big Ten and College Football Playoff expand next fall.
Chris Brazzell II out of Tulane is a name to watch for the Wolverines
Today, a new report from Hayes Fawcett of On3 shows that Michigan football is in contact with a major transfer portal target: Chris Brazzell II, a big-bodied Tulane wide receiver.
Per the 247 Sports transfer portal rankings, Brazzell II is rated as a four-star transfer, ranking as the No. 47 overall prospect and No. 10 wideout in the portal right now. This season, Chris Brazzell II caught 44 passes during his first year of college ball, totaling over 700 yards and five touchdown catches.
Now, as a transfer, he is garnering tons of national interest, including being in contact with the Michigan football coaching staff as the Wolverines prepare for the Rose Bowl game.
Chris Brazzell II stands at 6-foot-5 and weighs in around 200 pounds — he will be transferring with three years of eligibility remaining.
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