It's been a long time coming that Michigan football had been hoping to get one of, if not its top targets in the fold via the transfer portal. And after weeks of waiting, the Wolverines officially got their guy.

Michigan has signed former Alabama running back Justice Haynes, the No. 1 rated tailback in the transfer portal during this winter cycle. The true sophomore and former five-star prospect is headed to Ann Arbor after two seasons in Tuscaloosa, and will have two seasons of collegiate eligibility remaining with the Maize and Blue.

Michigan football is loading up in the transfer portal as of late and though most schools appear to be set, the Wolverines look to be far from finished. Whether it's some of the top targets remaining on the board like UConn wide receiver Skyler Bell or

After having the 131st-ranked passing offense in the country, Michigan had to re-tool its passing attack for 2025. The Wolverines presummingly accomplished that

Michigan football went on a five-day clock following the ReliaQuest Bowl win over Alabama in terms of roster retention. The transfer portal had closed on Dec. 28 but players have until five days after the final game for their respective teams to enter.