Michigan’s football program is turning its attention to the 2028 recruiting class, targeting elite quarterbacks who could shape the next era of play in Ann Arbor. While the 2027 cycle has already produced commitments, the Wolverines are already mapping the 2028 quarterback pool, eyeing prospects such as Kamden Lopati alongside other standout arms.
Among them, Jayden Wade, a four‑star signal‑caller from IMG Academy in Florida, has already pledged to Georgia, yet his openness to Michigan’s outreach keeps the conversation alive. Wade’s commitment anniversary to Georgia in November has not prevented the Wolverines from continuing their recruitment efforts.
Tristin Gaines, a Texas product at Waller High, is weighing his options, listing Michigan among a handful of Power Five programs that have captured his interest. He is contemplating a campus visit in the coming months, and Michigan has not yet scheduled an official trip but is actively pursuing his interest in attending games.
A Strategic Push from the Coaching Staff
The effort is being driven by a trio of veteran recruiters — Kyle Whittingham, Jason Beck, and Koy Detmer Jr. — who have cultivated early contacts with both Wade and Gaines, shaping a strategy that blends personal outreach with strategic game‑day exposures.
Jamar Howard, a California standout who has previously set foot in Ann Arbor, has named Michigan among his top considerations and is slated to attend the September 26 showdown against Iowa, a trip that could cement his interest. Howard’s list of potential schools includes Michigan, with a planned visit on September 26 against Iowa, emphasizing the opportunity to play in The Big House.
For Michigan, the pursuit is more than a recruiting checklist; it is a statement that the program remains a destination of choice for the nation’s most coveted talent, even when those prospects are already committed elsewhere.