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Michigan Wolverines defensive line coach Lou Esposito recently talked with the media about the fit of incoming defensive tackles Tre Williams (Clemson) and Damon Payne (Alabama).

College Football News / Total Apex Sports / February 3

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Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 30

Kalen DeBoer reacts to Damon Payne and Justice Haynes transferring to Michigan

Alabama head coach Kalen DeBoer spoke with the media again on Monday morning. He spoke about two of Alabama’s transfers — Justice Haynes and Damon Payne.

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College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / December 21

Michigan Football announces fifth transfer portal signee

The Wolverines had already announced four of their transfer portal signees: TJ and Tevis Metcalf, Donaven McCulley, and Brady Norton. Michigan recently announced the latest addition to its 2025 roster after Alabama defensive tackle Damon Payne Jr.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / December 19

Michigan Football announces the signings of 4 transfer portal players

Michigan Football picked up its fifth commitment out of the transfer portal on Wednesday night when the Wolverines landed former five-star and Alabama defensive lineman Damon Payne Jr.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / December 19

What Alabama coaches are adjusting with Damon Payne transferring to Michigan ahead of bowl game

Damon Payne officially announced a commitment to Michigan on Wednesday ahead of Alabama football taking on the Wolverines in the ReliaQuest Bowl. The former Tide defensive lineman played at Alabama from 2022 to 2024.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / December 19

Michigan football land ex-Alabama 5-star after wild turn of events

Michigan football finally landed their guy. Wednesday was quite a confusing day for Wolverines fans following the saga of Alabama transfer Damon Payne.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / December 18

For the second time on Wednesday, Michigan Football lands Alabama transfer Damon Payne

After a whirlwind of a day for Michigan in its recruitment of former five-star defensive lineman Damon Payne Jr. it has finally ended in a positive way for the Wolverines.

College Football News / The Spun / December 18

Alabama 5-Star Transfer Voided His Commitment On Wednesday

The college football transfer portal is kicking into high gear with players making commitments all over the country. Thousands of players will be heading to new teams next year, but one player who decided on a new destination is now nullifying his commitment.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 18

Former Top 50 Recruit Sparks Transfer Portal Confusion With Latest Decision

An outgoing Alabama Crimson Tide player seemingly found a new home Wednesday morning, but is apparently still in the market for a new school. Hours after it was reported that former Crimson Tide defensive lineman Damon Payne Jr.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 18

Damon Payne's Michigan Commitment Takes Unexpected Turn

What seemed like a major portal win for Michigan has hit a snag, as former Alabama defensive lineman Damon Payne's signed documents have been removed just hours after his initial commitment Wednesday morning.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / December 18

Report: Former Alabama 5-star DL has not signed with Michigan, Wolverines still a contender

It's been a wild three hours for Michigan and the recruitment of former five-star defensive lineman Damon Payne Jr. from Alabama. The former 2021 five-star recruit went into the transfer portal, and on Wednesday morning, it was announced that he committed to Michigan.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / December 18

Michigan football’s reported signing of ex-Alabama 5-star recruit hits major snag

The college football transfer portal continues to shift rapidly in less than two weeks after it first opened. While teams are preparing for bowl games and the College Football Playoff, the portal is still going on, which has sparked controversy on the timing of the college football calendar.

College Football News / The Spun / December 18

Michigan Lands Commitment From 4-Star Alabama Transfer

The 2024 Michigan Wolverines football season probably won't be remembered for the lackluster 6-5 start through its first 11 games. But between beating Ohio State and their recruiting victories, the year may still be remembered fondly.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 18

Alabama 5-Star Transfers to Crimson Tide's Opponent in Bowl Game

Earlier this week the football world learned that Alabama five-star recruit Damon Payne was entering the transfer portal. Just 24 hours later, Payne has a new home.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / December 18

Michigan lands former five-star DL from transfer portal

Things are starting to heat up for Michigan in the transfer portal. Not only are the Wolverines a top contender for the top-ranked tight end and the top-ranked running back, but Michigan just landed one of the top defensive tackles in the portal.

College Football News / Maize n Brew / December 18

Alabama transfer DT Damon Payne Jr. commits to Michigan

BOOOM! Alabama DT Damon Payne Jr. has committed to Michigan! The Belleville native is coming home: The player to be named later in the Keon Sabb trade has officially been named, as Alabama defensive tackle Damon Payne Jr.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / December 17

Michigan Football a 'team to watch' for former 5-star, Alabama transfer

Michigan has found some recent success recruiting out of the transfer portal, with four additions to their roster so far. However, the Wolverines are in the hunt for more talented prospects in search of new homes.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 17

Alabama Veteran DL Enters Transfer Portal

Another Crimson Tide player has entered the transfer portal. Redshirt junior defensive lineman Damon Payne Jr. entered the portal as first reported by CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / February 26, 2024

30 Alabama players to watch for in spring practice: Damon Payne Jr.

Alabama football’s first spring practice session under Kaleb DeBoer is approaching. The staff at Touchdown Alabama Magazine will spotlight 30 players to watch over this spring with spring practice starting next week. After looking at three early enrollees as freshmen, veteran defensive lineman Damon Payne is next.

College Football News / Gridiron Heroics / February 16, 2024

Alabama DL Damon Payne Jr. Has Massive Expectations For 2024

The Alabama Crimson Tide has dominated college football for the past decade and a half. After Nick Saban retired, many programs are hoping things will change.