Michigan Football is battling South Carolina to land Alabama RB Justice Haynes

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Michigan has received commitments – and signatures – from seven players in the transfer portal. The latest was former Fresno State quarterback Mikey Keene, who committed to the Wolverines on Monday afternoon. The Wolverines wanted a veteran signal-caller to compete with Bryce Underwood, and they got that from the 5-foot-11 Keene, who had nearly eclipsed 3,000 yards the past two seasons.

But Michigan is still looking for more options to add to its class from the portal, and there’s still a big fish out there. Former Alabama running back Justice Haynes, the No. 1 transfer portal running back, has been in Ann Arbor recently for a visit, and Michigan is right in the lead to land the sophomore.

According to one latest report from On3, Haynes must choose between Michigan and South Carolina.

Haynes played two years with the Crimson Tide and was a co-starter this past season. During his time at Alabama, Haynes rushed for 616 yards and nine touchdowns. With Michigan losing both Kalel Mullings and Donovan Edwards, Michigan will have a new starting duo next season in Ann Arbor. The Wolverines return freshman Jordan Marshall and sophomore Ben Hall, both of whom figure to have a role next season. But Haynes could find himself a prominent role at Michigan if he chose to go there.

During Haynes’ high school recruiting, Ohio State was one of his top choices, and the Buckeyes’ running backs coach was Tony Alford, who is now at Michigan. That relationship could end up paying dividends if Haynes comes to Ann Arbor.

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