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Once upon a time, Alex Graham suited up for elite local program Detroit (Mich.) Cass Tech. But like many top prospects around the country, Graham transferred the prestigious Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy, the premier high school program in the United States.
It’s the same path that former Wolverines quarterback J.J. McCarthy took departing Nazareth (Ill.) Academy, and Michigan football hopes that it can secure the local product as a prodigal son.
Good news on that front came on Thursday when Graham, a 2025 five-star defensive back, released his top seven. Michigan football made the cut along with Alabama, Georgia, Oregon, Penn State, Colorado, and Utah.
Graham is listed as a safety by 247Sports and is rated the No. 159 prospect nationally by the 247Sports Composite. On3 has him listed as a cornerback. Meanwhile, his highest ranking comes courtesy of ESPN which has him as the No. 63 player in the country. Rivals has him at No. 78 overall.
The scouting report from 247Sports’ Andrew Ivins:
A play-making defensive back prospect that began his prep career up in Detroit before transferring into the national powerhouse that is IMG Academy ahead of junior season. Size hasn’t been third-party verified, but looks to be pushing 6-foot with more of a stout build. Has experience working in both press-man and off coverage. Rather fluid with his backpedal and does a nice job of mirroring with his hips while trying to steer wide receivers towards the sidelines. Not one that usually shies away from contact and tends to embrace his role in run support. Lack of data points isn’t ideal, but he has looked the part as an 11th grader working opposite five-star corner Ellis Robinson IV, and did win a number of track and field awards as a youngster. Could carve out a role at a number of spots in the secondary. Must stay healthy having…
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Author : Wolverines Wire
Publish date : 2024-03-08 03:45:41
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