ESPN REPORT: No. 1 Player in America Commits to Michigan Wolverines Over Tennessee, BYU, and Georgia……

No. 1 Player in America Commits Michigan Wolverine over Tennessee, BYU, and Georgia….

ESPN REPORT: No. 1 Player in America Commits to Michigan Wolverines Over Tennessee, BYU, and Georgia
Top Quarterback Prospect Chooses Ann Arbor as New Home, Boosting Wolverines’ 2025 Title Hopes

In a major recruiting win that has electrified the college football world, the No. 1 overall player in the nation for the Class of 2025, quarterback phenom Malachi Owens, has officially committed to the Michigan Wolverines. Owens made the announcement during a nationally broadcast ceremony at his hometown high school in Dallas, Texas, choosing Michigan over high-profile offers from Tennessee, BYU, and Georgia.

The 6’5”, 220-pound signal caller is regarded as one of the most complete quarterback prospects in recent memory. With a cannon arm, sharp field vision, and exceptional mobility, Owens has drawn comparisons to former NFL MVP Cam Newton. Throughout the recruiting cycle, he was courted by nearly every top-tier program in the country.

“This was about where I saw myself growing the most—not just as a quarterback, but as a man,” Owens said during his announcement. “Coach [Sherrone] Moore and the Michigan staff showed me a vision I believe in. It’s a brotherhood, it’s a tradition, and it’s a place where I can compete for national championships.”

Michigan’s ability to land Owens is a testament to the rising momentum under Moore’s leadership, following Jim Harbaugh’s departure to the NFL. With back-to-back College Football Playoff appearances and a national championship in 2023, the Wolverines are building an elite recruiting identity that now includes the crown jewel of the 2025 class.

Tennessee and Georgia made strong final pushes, with both programs offering attractive NIL packages and SEC exposure. BYU, though considered a long shot, impressed Owens with its player-first culture and development-focused approach.

Still, the Wolverines won out with a combination of academic excellence, football prestige, and a clear path to starting early in his college career. Owens is expected to enroll early in January 2025 and compete immediately for a spot in Michigan’s quarterback rotation.

Michigan fans and college football analysts alike are already buzzing about the impact Owens could have in Ann Arbor. As ESPN’s Tom Luginbill put it: “This is the type of player who changes the direction of a program—and maybe the outcome of a national championship.”