Michigan Football makes top list for elite wide receiver, decision date announced

Originally posted on Michigan Wolverines on SI
By Chris Breiler | Last updated May 29, 2025 11:58 AM ET

The Michigan Wolverines are in the mix for one of the top wide receivers in the 2026 class. On Thursday, elite four-star WR Calvin Russell announced his top eight programs, along with announcing a decision date of July 5th.

Russell, a 6-5, 195-pound prospect out of Florida, is rated as the No. 4 wide receiver in the nation according to On3. His top eight schools include Miami, Florida, LSU, Oregon, North Carolina, Florida State, Syracuse, and Michigan.

BREAKING: Elite 2026 WR Calvin Russell will announce his Commitment July 5th between these 8 Schools, he tells me for @On3Recruits

The 6’5 195 WR from Opa Locka, FL is ranked as the No. 4 WR in the ‘26 Class (per On3 Industry)

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— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) May 29, 2025

Given the fact that Michigan has struggled to haul in elite wide receivers over the last two decades, it may seem a bit odd to see the Wolverines in the mix here. But Michigan is clearly making an effort to expand and enhance the passing game. With a reported $10+ million investment into QB Bryce Underwood, along with bringing in veteran OC Chip Lindsey during the offseason, Michigan could soon become a preferred destination for some of the nation's top WR prospects.

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