There were rumblings that Michigan football could get a commit — to the 2025 class. And such ended up being the case on Monday afternoon.
The Wolverines need more linebacker help, and they’re getting it. Despite being heavily pursued by the maize and blue back in 2023, at a time when Michigan looked like it would land him, 2025 San Juan Capistrano (Calif.) Hills three-star linebacker Weston Port opted to stay close to home, moving from Orange County to Westwood to attend UCLA. However, he went on an LDS-sponsored mission first. However, with multiple coaching changes at UCLA in the interim, Port ended up being a little more open to another opportunity.
And he found it with Kyle Whittingham, announcing on Monday that he has flipped to Michigan football.
Here is the scouting report from 247Sports’ Greg Biggins from February 2024:
Port is a versatile linebacker who probably projects best as an inside guy at the next level and that’s where he played his junior year. His first two years of HS ball, he played more as an edge rusher and showed tremendous natural pass rush ability. He has a crazy motor and you love the relentless style he plays with. He’s a tough, physical kid who’s also strong against the run and is a very instinctive player. Frame wise, he’s similar to recent UCLA ‘backer Darius Muasau and that’s why we think he’ll end up as more of a traditional inside ‘backer in college. Port has worked hard on his athleticism and looked noticeably quicker as a junior shooting gaps or running down plays from behind. He’s a big hitter who has a nice edge in his game but also looked comfortable dropping in coverage and playing in space. You love the off the field work ethic and character as well and he’s a player we could see as a future captain down the road.
At one time, Port was rated a four-star at No. 98 overall. However, he fell down the rankings all the way to No. 684 in the 247Sports Composite.
This article originally appeared on Wolverines Wire: Michigan football flips linebacker Weston Port
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