Where might Michigan turn after losing four-star cornerback commit?

Michigan’s football program lost a key recruit last week, with Carrollton (Ga.) four-star cornerback Dorian Barney flipping his commitment to Ole Miss following a game day visit.

His departure leaves just two defensive backs verbally pledged to the Wolverines in the 2026 class. They were looking to add another cornerback this cycle even before Barney flipped, which now makes the position a priority the rest of the cycle.

So where could Michigan turn? Defensive backs coach LaMar Morgan has been successful flipping recruits from other schools late in cycles. Last year, he flipped top-100 cornerback Shamari Earls from Georgia, four-star safety Jordan Young from Clemson and four-star safety Elijah Dotson from Pitt in the month leading up to signing day. He also has plucked four-star safety J