Michigan football suffered a setback in their recruitment efforts as offensive lineman Pat Coogan, previously believed to be leaning towards the Wolverines, committed to Indiana on Friday evening. Coogan, who started at center for Notre Dame and played a key role in their national championship game run, chose the Hoosiers over Michigan. The 6-5, 310-pound lineman was a reliable presence on the field, starting 26 games at left guard and center combined.
Despite losing out on Coogan, Michigan still returns their starting center from last year, Greg Crippen, and is looking to add another offensive lineman via the transfer portal. The Wolverines had been hoping to secure commitments from both Coogan and his teammate Rocco Spindler, but with Coogan now off the table, Spindler’s future remains uncertain.
The decision to commit to Indiana comes as a surprise, as Michigan was seen as the frontrunner in Coogan’s recruitment. However, with Coogan now set to join the Hoosiers, it is possible that Spindler could follow suit and choose Indiana as well. Despite this setback, Michigan remains optimistic about their chances in the upcoming season and is focused on strengthening their roster through the transfer portal.
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