DARBOH IS #24!

  When Brady Hoke took over at Michigan, he made a few things clear.  One,  the ohio game is the biggest game on the schedule, number two was they needed to get back to Michigan Football.  Michigan football would be described as big, tough and physical.  Today they added to a very big, tough and physical 2012 recruiting class with a verbal commitment from Des Moine, Iowa WR Amara Darboh.  Darboh becomes the 24th commitment to Michigans class leaving roughly 4 more open spots. 

  Darboh is an interesting story.  I was reading both his parents were killed when he was two yrs old in an act of violence.  He has been in foster homes most of his life and has only been playing football for three years. A kid like that who has been through such turmoil at a young age would  probably have things in perspective and be well grounded.  Even know Darboh has only been playing football for three years,  that hasn't kept him from being a top national talent.  He is 6'2" 200 LBS and runs anywhere from a 4.42 to a 4.4 flat  40 YD dash.  His offer sheet is as impressive as they come with a long list of schools wanting his services including....FLA, MSU, ND, Nebraska and  Wisconsin just to name a few.

  Darboh raved about his visits to Michigan games at the end of the season and his connection with other current 2012 commits including another top Michigan WR prospect, Jehu Chesson.  Darboh has been ranked  a  four star prospect by scout, rivals and 247 sports.  He is anywhere from the 33rd ranked WR in the country to as high as #19. When I evaluated Darboh's highlights, I am not blown away but impressed.  He has great speed, he is big and can go through press coverage.  He can also cut his routes short when receiving soft coverage and his out routes are nice and tight.  He can play in the slot or wide, he has hands, goes across the middle and is a red zone threat as well. Yes , he is a bit raw as far as his slants and getting in and out of his breaks , most high school kids are and those are quick fixes with quality coaches. It is a nice pickup for Michigan , here is a link to his film.
http://youtu.be/B5ZrtSB8lpU


Also, Michigan to the Sugar Bowl.  I'd much rather see them play Boise but Michigan in a BCS bowl is exciting and something too look forward to.