LOOK: Michigan football WR commit Jaylen Pile makes impressive grab in 7-on-7
LOOK: Michigan football WR commit Jaylen Pile makes impressive grab in 7-on-7
Michigan football has just three commitments in the 2026 class at this juncture with a cornerback, an offensive lineman, and a wide receiver pledged. Recruiting is heating up with spring visits on the horizon as the Wolverines begin spring ball in a matter of days (March 18) but one current maize and blue commitment is making a name for himself off campus as he goes through the 7-on-7 circuit.
2026 Dallas (Tx.) Parish Episcopal School three-star wide receiver Jaylen Pile has been pledged to the Wolverines since Oct. 16. 2024 but on Saturday, he's participating in the Overtime 7-on-7. On3 recruiting and scouting guru Steve Wiltfong happens to be on-hand and captured a moment where Pile managed to high point a throw in the end zone, showing off his impressive ability.
Pile is rated by the On3 Industry Ranking as the No. 615 player in the country, regardless of position. He's rated highest by Rivals which has him as a four-star at No. 217 overall and the ninth-best wide receiver in the country. He's listed at 6-feet, 178 pounds.
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