Michigan’s football program scored a major win on the recruiting trail Tuesday, securing a commitment from 2026 Billings (Mont.) West four-star tight end Matt Ludwig. Here’s what his verbal pledge means for the Wolverines: - As soon as four-star tight end Andrew Olesh,

Michigan now has six commits in their 2026 class. Ludwig is their first tight end, but the Wolverines are expected to take at least one more at the position. He joins California-based quarterback Brady Smigiel as the two commits from the Western part of the country.

Michigan snags 4-star TE Matt Ludwig for 2026! Can he follow Colston Loveland’s path to stardom? See his skills & the Wolverines’ class!