BREAKING: Key 2025 recruit sets commitment date – Will Michigan land Ty Haywood?
The Michigan Wolverines are closing in on one of their top targets for the 2025 recruiting class: Ty Haywood, a former Alabama commit. The pursuit of Haywood has been an intense recruiting journey, with numerous twists and efforts from Michigan’s coaching staff.
From the start, head coach Sherrone Moore and offensive line coach Grant Newsome have gone all-in to secure Haywood’s commitment, with the 5-star offensive lineman being widely regarded as one of the top prospects in the country. The two coaches have worked tirelessly to make Haywood feel at home in Ann Arbor, pulling out all the stops to show him Michigan is the right fit to help him reach his full potential.
Haywood has visited Michigan’s campus multiple times, fueling rumors that the Wolverines may be gaining traction in his recruitment. The attention to his recruitment has been all-encompassing, with even Michigan’s general manager and NIL expert, Sean Magee, involved in the efforts. Magee’s role has been crucial in assuring Haywood and his family that his financial interests and brand potential would be well-handled if he chooses Michigan.
Michigan’s pitch has centered on their vision of the future, especially with Haywood potentially joining 5-star offensive lineman Andrew Babalola to form a dominant line to protect quarterback commit Bryce Underwood, one of the top recruits in the 2026 class. The idea of Haywood and Babalola teaming up to protect Underwood is a key selling point, and Michigan has emphasized how crucial Haywood’s commitment is to building a championship-caliber team.
After months of recruiting efforts, Haywood is reportedly set to announce his decision on February 3rd, with Michigan being the favorite, according to On3’s Chad Simmons. The next few days will be critical as the efforts of the coaching staff and Magee’s involvement come to a head.
If Michigan secures Haywood’s commitment, it would be a major victory for the program, solidifying their status as a recruiting powerhouse and marking a significant step toward building a championship-contending team. Wolverine fans are now anxiously awaiting February 3rd, hoping the coaches’ relentless work pays off and that this recruitment could be the final piece of an outstanding 2025 class.