Hello: Blake Jenkins</h1> <article> <h1>Hello: Blake Jenkins</h1> <p>Alex.Drain — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:15:44 +0000</p> <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Hello: Blake Jenkins</span> <div class="field field--name-field-published-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2026-06-19T14:15:44Z" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Alex.Drain</a></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2026-06-19T10:15:44-04:00" title="Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10:15am" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> </picture> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-photo-caption-1 field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">[On3]</div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Michigan picked up a second 4* cornerback for the 2027 recruiting class earlier this month in landing <strong>Blake Jenkins </strong>out of Katy, TX. Today we will look at what he brings to the table: </p><p> </p><p><strong>GURU RATINGS </strong></p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">RATINGS BY SITE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247: 6'1.5/185</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3: 6'0.5/190</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">ESPN: 6'1/190</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 90, #230 Ovr<br>#30 CB, #38 TX</p></td><td><p>3*, 89, NR Ovr<br>#46 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 80, #198 Ovr<br>#24 CB, #34 TX</p></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="https://247sports.com/player/blake-jenkins-46160118/">4.04</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">3.91</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/266201/blake-jenkins">4.10</a></p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">COMPOSITE RANKINGS</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247 Composite</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3 Consensus</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">MGoBlog Avg</p></th><td bgcolor="ffffff" rowspan="3"> </td></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 0.9107, #280 Ovr<br>#33 CB, #43 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 90.34, #260 Ovr<br>#29 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, #402/905 Ovr<br>#38/84 CBs since '90</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>4.11</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Blake Jenkins' ratings look very similar to Darius Johnson's overall, landing in that lower 4*, 200-300ish range on the aggregate rankings. Johnson's had a split with On3 higher tan 247, whereas Jenkins is the reverse but both are 4*s to ESPN. Seth described it as "both CBs are ranked in that Cameron Calhoun/Gemon Green range of borderline 4-star". He also mentioned Andre Weathers as another one in that zone for those of you who remember 1997 (I don't). It puts Jenkins a little notch above the median of all Michigan corners since 1990 in Seth's database, a solidly ranked prospect but nothing incredible. </p><p><strong>[AFTER THE JUMP: solid corner]</strong></p><div id="read-more"></div><p> </p><p><strong>SCOUTING </strong></p><p>I will admit that the scouting on Blake Jenkins is a little more limited than I would like but we have enough to work with on this one to cobble together a Hello post. Let's start with the free 247 scouting report on the player page, this one courtesy of Gabe Brooks. The main takeaway is Jenkins' proficiency in man coverage situations: </p><blockquote><p>- Natural man corner with size and athleticism to match up with outside targets.</p><p>- Displays sudden athleticism in press situations, whether covering short-to-intermediate routes or turning and running downfield.<br>- Frame, athleticism, and technique excel in press coverage, but room to improve awareness in off and zone situations.<br>- P4-caliber corner prospect who owns the potential to become an island technician</p></blockquote><p>I took those bullets out of order but the reason is to illustrate how 4 of the 9 points offered by Brooks involve some reference of man coverage, press coverage, or putting wide receivers on an island. However, it appears that Jenkins may not yet have the turnover abilities you might expect from an alpha dog-esque man coverage corner, as Brooks includes another bullet point that says "Ideally would see more ball production, but capable of finding the ball in the deep third." The scouting report finishes up with some notes about Jenkins' abilities to tackle in the run game and the screen game: </p><blockquote><p>- Willing tackler with a lean, wiry frame that can add mass to enhance finishing strength.<br>- Attacks the screen game.<br>- Forward-playing conviction vs. perimeter run and screen games can periodically cause some less-than-ideal pursuit angles. </p></blockquote><p>That scouting report gives us the most all-around take on Jenkins as a prospect and the remainder of what we have will help us accent what has been said by Brooks. <a href="https://www.on3.com/teams/michigan-wolverines/news/michigan-commit-impact-4-star-cb-blake-jenkins/">Ethan McDowell of On3</a> shouted out Jenkins in press man coverage but didn't seem as concerned about his frame's ability to hold up as a tackler: </p><blockquote><p>Jenkins is a tall, physical cornerback who excels in man coverage ... On tape, his physicality pops. He already has a college-ready frame at 6-0.5, 190 pounds and uses that to his advantage in press coverage ... Jenkins is a very willing tackler and does not shy away from that part of the game. He’s particularly good at avoiding/blowing up blocks to disrupt screen plays</p></blockquote><p>Being a physical man coverage corner is great and all that, but those of us who remember Darion Green-Warren know you have to be able to compete athletically at the collegiate level for any of that to matter. So how does Blake Jenkins size up athletically? McDowell writes the following: </p><blockquote><p>He doesn’t have any recent track times or a verified 40-yard-dash, but he has an unofficial 4.48 on his Rivals profile ... For a taller corner, he still looks twitchy and closes gaps in coverage quickly</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://wolverineswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/wolverines/recruiting/2026/06/05/michigan-football-2027-cb-commit-blake-jenkins-scouting-report-highlights/90420701007/">Isaiah Hole of Wolverines Wire wrote up some notes on Jenkins</a> and didn't seem concerned about athleticism in the slightest: </p><blockquote><p>Is fully capable of going stride for stride with wide receivers, showcasing above-average speed</p></blockquote><p>And the usual praise for Jenkins' coverage abilities, with Hole also seemingly higher on his ball skills than Brooks was: </p><blockquote><p>Has shown the ability to be an elite man-to-man (off-man or press-man) cornerback, well beyond his years. Showcases solid technique and fundamentals in doing so -- somewhat surprising for tape from a then-high school junior.<br>Has good vision and is able to track the ball downfield. Doesn't get too handsy in defending passes, despite being so adept at press-man coverage.</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://247sports.com/article/blake-jenkins-commits-to-michigan-wolverines-add-top247-cb-from-texas-287443520/">Mike Roach of 247 had a little blurb upon Jenkins' commitment to Michigan</a> ($), saying the following: </p><blockquote><p>A long and rangy defensive back who can play on the boundary, Jenkins is built for the Big 10 where he will have some perimeter run responsibility and will have to match up physically with the bigger receivers they will face. Jenkins should be able to make an early impact on special teams and work his way into the corner rotation in his first two years on campus</p></blockquote><p>That note on the timeline is worth including because McDowell said something similar, having written "Given (Jenkins') man coverage skill set and developed frame, he has the chance to carve out a role early on in his collegiate career". </p><p>Altogether, the scouting reports are fairly aligned, other than the fact that no one is really talking much about weaknesses. Some may say Jenkins' athleticism is only okay rather than great. Others say his ball skills could use some work. Others say he could add some muscle and improve in his tackling. But there isn't much consensus on those, unlike the wide consensus about his press coverage abilities, size, and willingness to play with physicality. Higher floor, lower ceiling perhaps? </p><p><strong>OFFERS </strong></p><p>The list of offers for Jenkins' services is decently appetizing. Among power conference teams, the corner held offers from Florida, Oregon, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Missouri, KSU, Pitt, Iowa, UNC, Arkansas, Kansas, Alabama, Mississippi State, Northwestern, Wazzu (used to be P5), and in-state Texas Tech, TCU, and Baylor. The main recruitment came down to a smaller collection of teams than that list, however. Texas gave an offer and Jenkins did visit the Horns once, though I don't know if he was a take. </p><p>The four biggest names were Vandy, SMU, Houston, and Michigan, all solid power conference teams (weird to say about Vandy, but it's true nowadays) who have had top 25 finishes in the final AP poll in the last three seasons. It's tough to tell who was the biggest threat to Michigan in this recruitment, as some suggested Vandy while others argue SMU was the closest late. Either way, Michigan was in pole position in the final weeks thanks to the work of Jernaro Gilford and eventually they wrapped it up. </p><p><strong>HIGH SCHOOL </strong></p><p>Jenkins attends Obra D. Tompkins HS in Katy, Texas, which is referred to on the recruiting sites as "Katy Tompkins". Katy is now essentially a suburb of Houston, though on the border of suburb and exurb located 30 miles from downtown Houston. This makes Jenkins the second commit in the 2027 class to be from the Houston area, joining Xavier Muhammad, although they are from opposite sides of the metro area. Michigan has recent experience getting kids out of Katy, as a young man named Andrew Marsh is also from Katy, although he attended Jordan HS (~3.5 miles from Tompkins). </p><p>Katy is one of those places that has boomed in recent years as Houston and the state of Texas have grown in population. Marsh's HS was founded only in 2020, while Tompkins is a little bit older but not significantly, opening its doors in 2013. Tompkins is a big public high school with over 3,000 students and a rather limited list of alumni so far, although former Alabama QB Jalen Milroe is one of them. The school's motto is "it's a great day to be a falcon", which may well be true although I can say it definitely wasn't during Super Bowl LI (which, wouldn't you know, took place in Houston). </p><p>These Falcons appear just okay, having gone 7-4, 6-5, and 5-5 over the three seasons that Jenkins has been in high school. They compete in Division 6 (class 6 is the highest class), just like Marsh's Katy Jordan, but they have not been a consistently great team. Competitive, but more mediocre than a state contender. </p><p><strong>STATS </strong></p><p>From his 247 page: </p><blockquote><p>2025: Finished junior season with 26 tackles and 2 INTs.<br>2024: Gained varsity experience as a sophomore for a Tompkins team that made a Texas 6A D-II playoff appearance. Recorded 12 tackles, 1 INT, and 4 pass breakups in 5 games.</p></blockquote><p><strong>FAKE 40 TIME </strong></p><p>As stated in the McDowell piece, Jenkins self-reported a 4.48 40 time on his Rivals profile. I haven't seen any other 40 times posted so we have to view that one with extreme skepticism and dole out a healthy three FAKES out of 4 there. Not that it's impossible but we have zero corroboration. </p><p><strong>VIDEO </strong></p><p>Junior highlights: </p><p><strong>ETC </strong></p><p>Lists a 3.3 GPA on his Hudl. There's a personal statement posted on Jenkins' Rivals profile which I assume was meant to be sent to prospective coaches. I will post part of it here, <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">you can look at the rest via this link</a>: </p><blockquote><p>My name is Blake, and I am excited about the opportunity to be part of your team at the collegiate level. My goal is to continue developing as a student-athlete, excelling in both academics and football. I am committed to earning a degree while contributing to the success of your program, both on and off the field. As a Varsity Defensive Back, I’ve learned the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. What sets me apart is my strong work ethic and focus. Whether it’s studying film, improving my technique, or pushing myself in the weight room, I am always looking for ways to grow and elevate my game. I understand that talent alone isn't enough, I believe that my dedication to continuous improvement is what makes me a valuable asset to any team. </p></blockquote><p> </p><p><strong>PREDICTION BASED ON FLIMSY EVIDENCE </strong></p><p>This is pretty milquetoast but I guess Jenkins is fine? I feel like I should say something more flowery but this was a pretty straightforward scouting report without too much spicy content. Jenkins is a corner who appears to be stronger in man coverage situations than zone coverages at this time. He's physical and has requisite size to play in this conference. Willing to compete in the run game and in blowing up screens, Jenkins may need to get a little bigger and improve some of his technique when it comes to playing the ball/tackling angles. But not so much of a project that playing early isn't out of the equation. </p><p>On that note, playing time is available at the corner position beginning in 2027 and that has been one of Jernaro Gilford's top pitches recruiting this cycle. Smith Snowden, Zeke Berry, and Jyaire Hill may all well be out the door after the conclusion of the 2026 season and with Jayden Sanders leaving during the coaching transition, Michigan's corner depth is pretty thin. Shamari Earls will be a starter in '27 we have to imagine and after that it's quite fuzzy. Ernest Nunley is a project, so you're looking at Jamarion Vincent and JoJo Edmond, maybe Jeremiah Lowe and then... ???. There will be opportunities for all the true freshmen to play right away and we'll see if Jenkins is ready for it. </p><p><strong>UPSHOT FOR THE REST OF THE CLASS</strong> </p><p>With Jenkins onboard, Michigan has two corners in the 2027 recruiting class and four DBs in total. Johnson and Jenkins are the corners, while Charles Woodson Jr. is a safety and Tavares Harrington is a versatile player. The assumption has generally been that he is the nickel but Harrington could play safety if that's where the staff feels like they need him. It allows Michigan to be flexible but I think the team needs one more safety/nickel sort of player and then they also remain laser-focused on trying to get a big fish at corner to put next to Johnson and Jenkins. </p><p>The buzz recently has surrounded 5* Joshua Dobson out of North Carolina, who recently visited and Michigan seems to be firmly in contention for. Extracting him from the South will not be easy with Texas A&M and South Carolina the other top two contenders, but the Maize & Blue have done what they need to to give themselves a good shot. I remain skeptical but admit it's now much more real than it previously seemed (I was skeptical about Earls in the 2025 class too, in fairness). Monsana Torbert is another highly touted corner name, though pulling him out of Ohio is equally tricky, while 5* Oklahoma commit Gabe Osborne is someone Sam insists Michigan will keep trying to flip until the end. </p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="5"><p>OFFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>QB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/kamden-lopati">Kamden Lopati</a></p></td><td><p>UT</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Savvy dual-threat built like a LB.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tyson-robinson">Tyson Robinson</a></p></td><td><p>MS</p></td><td><p>4.1</p></td><td><p>Hart-ish small cutter.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/lundon-hampton">Lundon Hampton</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.5</p></td><td><p>Tall, agile ATH (RB/HSP).</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WR</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/quentin-burrell">Quentin Burrell</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.4</p></td><td><p>6'3 w smooth routes, avg speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>TE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/colt-lumpris">Colt Lumpris</a></p></td><td><p>NJ</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>TE/Edge ATH, young, JJ Buchanin-lite.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jakari-lipsey">Jakari Lipsey</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Raw, high-ceiling mutli-sport ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/sidney-rouleau">Sidney Rouleau</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>3.8<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quebecois, revised hgt -2 inches.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OG</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/louis-esposito">Louis Esposito</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>Son of DL coach, standard MW OL.</p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="5"><p>DEFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>DT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/xavier-muhammad">Xavier Muhammad</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Athletic (hoops/track) high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/recarder-kitchen">Recarder Kitchen</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.2<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Taco-like freaky coming of Jr injury.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jayce-brewer">Jayce Brewer</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.9<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>D-Mo'ish 5T, young for his grade.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/ifeanyi-emedobi">Ifeanyi Emedobi</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.8</p></td><td><p>Rising raw speedy Uche freak</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WLB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tank-watson">Tank Watson</a></p></td><td><p>GA</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>(AKA Brayden). Versatile/long OLB/ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/darius-johnson">Darius Johnson</a></p></td><td><p>CA</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Speedy spindly heady high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins">Blake Jenkins</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.0</p></td><td><p>Solid, tall-ish m2m corner w ball skills.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Nk</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tavares-harrington">Tavares Harrington</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.2</p></td><td><p>Big zone CB of unknown speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>FS</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/charles-woodson-jr">Charles Woodson Jr.</a></p></td><td><p>FL</p></td><td><p>3.7<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quick, smart son of the GOAT.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="node__links"> <ul class="links inline"><li class="comment-forbidden"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/login?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">Log in</a> or <a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/register?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">register</a> to post comments</li></ul> </div> <section class="field field--name-comment field--type-comment field--label-hidden comment-wrapper" id="comments"> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="19326" id="comment-245896391" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-trusted_user role-basic_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Roy G. Biv</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781888287"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391#comment-245896391">June 19th, 2026 at 12:58 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-19T16:58:07+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>We will take Andre Weathers level. An NFL guy overshadowed by Chuck (well, obviously) with a huge pick 6/gift against OSU.</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/03/2010</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 9440</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896391&1=default&2=en&3=" token="pe9D5LligMx_SKArN8HoLOqZ5wktsFF2Umoe6r5HDm4"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="40909" id="comment-245896642" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-basic_user role-trusted_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">DanDiego1999</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781973321"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642#comment-245896642">June 20th, 2026 at 12:35 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-20T16:35:21+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>It’s really clear how the new staff has a prototype on the kind of CB recruit they value. Vincent, Jenkins, and Johnson seem like triplets</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/20/2013</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 3112</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896642&1=default&2=en&3=" token="N5z13sW1JdzQwLL506OyvI7ZyMUBtGkjZ8XLT7HtGkk"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </section> <div class="field field--name-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/2027-recruiting" hreflang="en">2027 recruiting</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins" hreflang="en">blake jenkins</a></div> </div> </article> <article> <h1>2026 Recruiting: Kaden Catchings</h1> <p>Seth — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:20:20 +0000</p> <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Hello: Blake Jenkins</span> <div class="field field--name-field-published-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2026-06-19T14:15:44Z" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Alex.Drain</a></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2026-06-19T10:15:44-04:00" title="Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10:15am" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> </picture> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-photo-caption-1 field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">[On3]</div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Michigan picked up a second 4* cornerback for the 2027 recruiting class earlier this month in landing <strong>Blake Jenkins </strong>out of Katy, TX. Today we will look at what he brings to the table: </p><p> </p><p><strong>GURU RATINGS </strong></p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">RATINGS BY SITE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247: 6'1.5/185</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3: 6'0.5/190</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">ESPN: 6'1/190</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 90, #230 Ovr<br>#30 CB, #38 TX</p></td><td><p>3*, 89, NR Ovr<br>#46 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 80, #198 Ovr<br>#24 CB, #34 TX</p></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="https://247sports.com/player/blake-jenkins-46160118/">4.04</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">3.91</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/266201/blake-jenkins">4.10</a></p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">COMPOSITE RANKINGS</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247 Composite</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3 Consensus</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">MGoBlog Avg</p></th><td bgcolor="ffffff" rowspan="3"> </td></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 0.9107, #280 Ovr<br>#33 CB, #43 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 90.34, #260 Ovr<br>#29 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, #402/905 Ovr<br>#38/84 CBs since '90</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>4.11</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Blake Jenkins' ratings look very similar to Darius Johnson's overall, landing in that lower 4*, 200-300ish range on the aggregate rankings. Johnson's had a split with On3 higher tan 247, whereas Jenkins is the reverse but both are 4*s to ESPN. Seth described it as "both CBs are ranked in that Cameron Calhoun/Gemon Green range of borderline 4-star". He also mentioned Andre Weathers as another one in that zone for those of you who remember 1997 (I don't). It puts Jenkins a little notch above the median of all Michigan corners since 1990 in Seth's database, a solidly ranked prospect but nothing incredible. </p><p><strong>[AFTER THE JUMP: solid corner]</strong></p><div id="read-more"></div><p> </p><p><strong>SCOUTING </strong></p><p>I will admit that the scouting on Blake Jenkins is a little more limited than I would like but we have enough to work with on this one to cobble together a Hello post. Let's start with the free 247 scouting report on the player page, this one courtesy of Gabe Brooks. The main takeaway is Jenkins' proficiency in man coverage situations: </p><blockquote><p>- Natural man corner with size and athleticism to match up with outside targets.</p><p>- Displays sudden athleticism in press situations, whether covering short-to-intermediate routes or turning and running downfield.<br>- Frame, athleticism, and technique excel in press coverage, but room to improve awareness in off and zone situations.<br>- P4-caliber corner prospect who owns the potential to become an island technician</p></blockquote><p>I took those bullets out of order but the reason is to illustrate how 4 of the 9 points offered by Brooks involve some reference of man coverage, press coverage, or putting wide receivers on an island. However, it appears that Jenkins may not yet have the turnover abilities you might expect from an alpha dog-esque man coverage corner, as Brooks includes another bullet point that says "Ideally would see more ball production, but capable of finding the ball in the deep third." The scouting report finishes up with some notes about Jenkins' abilities to tackle in the run game and the screen game: </p><blockquote><p>- Willing tackler with a lean, wiry frame that can add mass to enhance finishing strength.<br>- Attacks the screen game.<br>- Forward-playing conviction vs. perimeter run and screen games can periodically cause some less-than-ideal pursuit angles. </p></blockquote><p>That scouting report gives us the most all-around take on Jenkins as a prospect and the remainder of what we have will help us accent what has been said by Brooks. <a href="https://www.on3.com/teams/michigan-wolverines/news/michigan-commit-impact-4-star-cb-blake-jenkins/">Ethan McDowell of On3</a> shouted out Jenkins in press man coverage but didn't seem as concerned about his frame's ability to hold up as a tackler: </p><blockquote><p>Jenkins is a tall, physical cornerback who excels in man coverage ... On tape, his physicality pops. He already has a college-ready frame at 6-0.5, 190 pounds and uses that to his advantage in press coverage ... Jenkins is a very willing tackler and does not shy away from that part of the game. He’s particularly good at avoiding/blowing up blocks to disrupt screen plays</p></blockquote><p>Being a physical man coverage corner is great and all that, but those of us who remember Darion Green-Warren know you have to be able to compete athletically at the collegiate level for any of that to matter. So how does Blake Jenkins size up athletically? McDowell writes the following: </p><blockquote><p>He doesn’t have any recent track times or a verified 40-yard-dash, but he has an unofficial 4.48 on his Rivals profile ... For a taller corner, he still looks twitchy and closes gaps in coverage quickly</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://wolverineswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/wolverines/recruiting/2026/06/05/michigan-football-2027-cb-commit-blake-jenkins-scouting-report-highlights/90420701007/">Isaiah Hole of Wolverines Wire wrote up some notes on Jenkins</a> and didn't seem concerned about athleticism in the slightest: </p><blockquote><p>Is fully capable of going stride for stride with wide receivers, showcasing above-average speed</p></blockquote><p>And the usual praise for Jenkins' coverage abilities, with Hole also seemingly higher on his ball skills than Brooks was: </p><blockquote><p>Has shown the ability to be an elite man-to-man (off-man or press-man) cornerback, well beyond his years. Showcases solid technique and fundamentals in doing so -- somewhat surprising for tape from a then-high school junior.<br>Has good vision and is able to track the ball downfield. Doesn't get too handsy in defending passes, despite being so adept at press-man coverage.</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://247sports.com/article/blake-jenkins-commits-to-michigan-wolverines-add-top247-cb-from-texas-287443520/">Mike Roach of 247 had a little blurb upon Jenkins' commitment to Michigan</a> ($), saying the following: </p><blockquote><p>A long and rangy defensive back who can play on the boundary, Jenkins is built for the Big 10 where he will have some perimeter run responsibility and will have to match up physically with the bigger receivers they will face. Jenkins should be able to make an early impact on special teams and work his way into the corner rotation in his first two years on campus</p></blockquote><p>That note on the timeline is worth including because McDowell said something similar, having written "Given (Jenkins') man coverage skill set and developed frame, he has the chance to carve out a role early on in his collegiate career". </p><p>Altogether, the scouting reports are fairly aligned, other than the fact that no one is really talking much about weaknesses. Some may say Jenkins' athleticism is only okay rather than great. Others say his ball skills could use some work. Others say he could add some muscle and improve in his tackling. But there isn't much consensus on those, unlike the wide consensus about his press coverage abilities, size, and willingness to play with physicality. Higher floor, lower ceiling perhaps? </p><p><strong>OFFERS </strong></p><p>The list of offers for Jenkins' services is decently appetizing. Among power conference teams, the corner held offers from Florida, Oregon, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Missouri, KSU, Pitt, Iowa, UNC, Arkansas, Kansas, Alabama, Mississippi State, Northwestern, Wazzu (used to be P5), and in-state Texas Tech, TCU, and Baylor. The main recruitment came down to a smaller collection of teams than that list, however. Texas gave an offer and Jenkins did visit the Horns once, though I don't know if he was a take. </p><p>The four biggest names were Vandy, SMU, Houston, and Michigan, all solid power conference teams (weird to say about Vandy, but it's true nowadays) who have had top 25 finishes in the final AP poll in the last three seasons. It's tough to tell who was the biggest threat to Michigan in this recruitment, as some suggested Vandy while others argue SMU was the closest late. Either way, Michigan was in pole position in the final weeks thanks to the work of Jernaro Gilford and eventually they wrapped it up. </p><p><strong>HIGH SCHOOL </strong></p><p>Jenkins attends Obra D. Tompkins HS in Katy, Texas, which is referred to on the recruiting sites as "Katy Tompkins". Katy is now essentially a suburb of Houston, though on the border of suburb and exurb located 30 miles from downtown Houston. This makes Jenkins the second commit in the 2027 class to be from the Houston area, joining Xavier Muhammad, although they are from opposite sides of the metro area. Michigan has recent experience getting kids out of Katy, as a young man named Andrew Marsh is also from Katy, although he attended Jordan HS (~3.5 miles from Tompkins). </p><p>Katy is one of those places that has boomed in recent years as Houston and the state of Texas have grown in population. Marsh's HS was founded only in 2020, while Tompkins is a little bit older but not significantly, opening its doors in 2013. Tompkins is a big public high school with over 3,000 students and a rather limited list of alumni so far, although former Alabama QB Jalen Milroe is one of them. The school's motto is "it's a great day to be a falcon", which may well be true although I can say it definitely wasn't during Super Bowl LI (which, wouldn't you know, took place in Houston). </p><p>These Falcons appear just okay, having gone 7-4, 6-5, and 5-5 over the three seasons that Jenkins has been in high school. They compete in Division 6 (class 6 is the highest class), just like Marsh's Katy Jordan, but they have not been a consistently great team. Competitive, but more mediocre than a state contender. </p><p><strong>STATS </strong></p><p>From his 247 page: </p><blockquote><p>2025: Finished junior season with 26 tackles and 2 INTs.<br>2024: Gained varsity experience as a sophomore for a Tompkins team that made a Texas 6A D-II playoff appearance. Recorded 12 tackles, 1 INT, and 4 pass breakups in 5 games.</p></blockquote><p><strong>FAKE 40 TIME </strong></p><p>As stated in the McDowell piece, Jenkins self-reported a 4.48 40 time on his Rivals profile. I haven't seen any other 40 times posted so we have to view that one with extreme skepticism and dole out a healthy three FAKES out of 4 there. Not that it's impossible but we have zero corroboration. </p><p><strong>VIDEO </strong></p><p>Junior highlights: </p><p><strong>ETC </strong></p><p>Lists a 3.3 GPA on his Hudl. There's a personal statement posted on Jenkins' Rivals profile which I assume was meant to be sent to prospective coaches. I will post part of it here, <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">you can look at the rest via this link</a>: </p><blockquote><p>My name is Blake, and I am excited about the opportunity to be part of your team at the collegiate level. My goal is to continue developing as a student-athlete, excelling in both academics and football. I am committed to earning a degree while contributing to the success of your program, both on and off the field. As a Varsity Defensive Back, I’ve learned the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. What sets me apart is my strong work ethic and focus. Whether it’s studying film, improving my technique, or pushing myself in the weight room, I am always looking for ways to grow and elevate my game. I understand that talent alone isn't enough, I believe that my dedication to continuous improvement is what makes me a valuable asset to any team. </p></blockquote><p> </p><p><strong>PREDICTION BASED ON FLIMSY EVIDENCE </strong></p><p>This is pretty milquetoast but I guess Jenkins is fine? I feel like I should say something more flowery but this was a pretty straightforward scouting report without too much spicy content. Jenkins is a corner who appears to be stronger in man coverage situations than zone coverages at this time. He's physical and has requisite size to play in this conference. Willing to compete in the run game and in blowing up screens, Jenkins may need to get a little bigger and improve some of his technique when it comes to playing the ball/tackling angles. But not so much of a project that playing early isn't out of the equation. </p><p>On that note, playing time is available at the corner position beginning in 2027 and that has been one of Jernaro Gilford's top pitches recruiting this cycle. Smith Snowden, Zeke Berry, and Jyaire Hill may all well be out the door after the conclusion of the 2026 season and with Jayden Sanders leaving during the coaching transition, Michigan's corner depth is pretty thin. Shamari Earls will be a starter in '27 we have to imagine and after that it's quite fuzzy. Ernest Nunley is a project, so you're looking at Jamarion Vincent and JoJo Edmond, maybe Jeremiah Lowe and then... ???. There will be opportunities for all the true freshmen to play right away and we'll see if Jenkins is ready for it. </p><p><strong>UPSHOT FOR THE REST OF THE CLASS</strong> </p><p>With Jenkins onboard, Michigan has two corners in the 2027 recruiting class and four DBs in total. Johnson and Jenkins are the corners, while Charles Woodson Jr. is a safety and Tavares Harrington is a versatile player. The assumption has generally been that he is the nickel but Harrington could play safety if that's where the staff feels like they need him. It allows Michigan to be flexible but I think the team needs one more safety/nickel sort of player and then they also remain laser-focused on trying to get a big fish at corner to put next to Johnson and Jenkins. </p><p>The buzz recently has surrounded 5* Joshua Dobson out of North Carolina, who recently visited and Michigan seems to be firmly in contention for. Extracting him from the South will not be easy with Texas A&M and South Carolina the other top two contenders, but the Maize & Blue have done what they need to to give themselves a good shot. I remain skeptical but admit it's now much more real than it previously seemed (I was skeptical about Earls in the 2025 class too, in fairness). Monsana Torbert is another highly touted corner name, though pulling him out of Ohio is equally tricky, while 5* Oklahoma commit Gabe Osborne is someone Sam insists Michigan will keep trying to flip until the end. </p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="5"><p>OFFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>QB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/kamden-lopati">Kamden Lopati</a></p></td><td><p>UT</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Savvy dual-threat built like a LB.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tyson-robinson">Tyson Robinson</a></p></td><td><p>MS</p></td><td><p>4.1</p></td><td><p>Hart-ish small cutter.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/lundon-hampton">Lundon Hampton</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.5</p></td><td><p>Tall, agile ATH (RB/HSP).</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WR</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/quentin-burrell">Quentin Burrell</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.4</p></td><td><p>6'3 w smooth routes, avg speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>TE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/colt-lumpris">Colt Lumpris</a></p></td><td><p>NJ</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>TE/Edge ATH, young, JJ Buchanin-lite.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jakari-lipsey">Jakari Lipsey</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Raw, high-ceiling mutli-sport ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/sidney-rouleau">Sidney Rouleau</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>3.8<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quebecois, revised hgt -2 inches.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OG</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/louis-esposito">Louis Esposito</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>Son of DL coach, standard MW OL.</p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="5"><p>DEFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>DT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/xavier-muhammad">Xavier Muhammad</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Athletic (hoops/track) high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/recarder-kitchen">Recarder Kitchen</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.2<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Taco-like freaky coming of Jr injury.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jayce-brewer">Jayce Brewer</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.9<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>D-Mo'ish 5T, young for his grade.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/ifeanyi-emedobi">Ifeanyi Emedobi</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.8</p></td><td><p>Rising raw speedy Uche freak</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WLB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tank-watson">Tank Watson</a></p></td><td><p>GA</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>(AKA Brayden). Versatile/long OLB/ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/darius-johnson">Darius Johnson</a></p></td><td><p>CA</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Speedy spindly heady high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins">Blake Jenkins</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.0</p></td><td><p>Solid, tall-ish m2m corner w ball skills.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Nk</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tavares-harrington">Tavares Harrington</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.2</p></td><td><p>Big zone CB of unknown speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>FS</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/charles-woodson-jr">Charles Woodson Jr.</a></p></td><td><p>FL</p></td><td><p>3.7<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quick, smart son of the GOAT.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="node__links"> <ul class="links inline"><li class="comment-forbidden"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/login?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">Log in</a> or <a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/register?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">register</a> to post comments</li></ul> </div> <section class="field field--name-comment field--type-comment field--label-hidden comment-wrapper" id="comments"> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="19326" id="comment-245896391" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-trusted_user role-basic_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Roy G. Biv</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781888287"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391#comment-245896391">June 19th, 2026 at 12:58 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-19T16:58:07+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>We will take Andre Weathers level. An NFL guy overshadowed by Chuck (well, obviously) with a huge pick 6/gift against OSU.</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/03/2010</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 9440</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896391&1=default&2=en&3=" token="pe9D5LligMx_SKArN8HoLOqZ5wktsFF2Umoe6r5HDm4"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="40909" id="comment-245896642" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-basic_user role-trusted_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">DanDiego1999</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781973321"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642#comment-245896642">June 20th, 2026 at 12:35 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-20T16:35:21+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>It’s really clear how the new staff has a prototype on the kind of CB recruit they value. Vincent, Jenkins, and Johnson seem like triplets</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/20/2013</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 3112</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896642&1=default&2=en&3=" token="N5z13sW1JdzQwLL506OyvI7ZyMUBtGkjZ8XLT7HtGkk"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </section> <div class="field field--name-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/2027-recruiting" hreflang="en">2027 recruiting</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins" hreflang="en">blake jenkins</a></div> </div> </article> <article> <h1>Hello: Louis Esposito</h1> <p>Alex.Drain — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:23:30 +0000</p> <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Hello: Blake Jenkins</span> <div class="field field--name-field-published-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2026-06-19T14:15:44Z" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Alex.Drain</a></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2026-06-19T10:15:44-04:00" title="Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10:15am" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> </picture> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-photo-caption-1 field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">[On3]</div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Michigan picked up a second 4* cornerback for the 2027 recruiting class earlier this month in landing <strong>Blake Jenkins </strong>out of Katy, TX. Today we will look at what he brings to the table: </p><p> </p><p><strong>GURU RATINGS </strong></p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">RATINGS BY SITE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247: 6'1.5/185</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3: 6'0.5/190</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">ESPN: 6'1/190</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 90, #230 Ovr<br>#30 CB, #38 TX</p></td><td><p>3*, 89, NR Ovr<br>#46 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 80, #198 Ovr<br>#24 CB, #34 TX</p></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="https://247sports.com/player/blake-jenkins-46160118/">4.04</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">3.91</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/266201/blake-jenkins">4.10</a></p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">COMPOSITE RANKINGS</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247 Composite</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3 Consensus</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">MGoBlog Avg</p></th><td bgcolor="ffffff" rowspan="3"> </td></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 0.9107, #280 Ovr<br>#33 CB, #43 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 90.34, #260 Ovr<br>#29 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, #402/905 Ovr<br>#38/84 CBs since '90</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>4.11</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Blake Jenkins' ratings look very similar to Darius Johnson's overall, landing in that lower 4*, 200-300ish range on the aggregate rankings. Johnson's had a split with On3 higher tan 247, whereas Jenkins is the reverse but both are 4*s to ESPN. Seth described it as "both CBs are ranked in that Cameron Calhoun/Gemon Green range of borderline 4-star". He also mentioned Andre Weathers as another one in that zone for those of you who remember 1997 (I don't). It puts Jenkins a little notch above the median of all Michigan corners since 1990 in Seth's database, a solidly ranked prospect but nothing incredible. </p><p><strong>[AFTER THE JUMP: solid corner]</strong></p><div id="read-more"></div><p> </p><p><strong>SCOUTING </strong></p><p>I will admit that the scouting on Blake Jenkins is a little more limited than I would like but we have enough to work with on this one to cobble together a Hello post. Let's start with the free 247 scouting report on the player page, this one courtesy of Gabe Brooks. The main takeaway is Jenkins' proficiency in man coverage situations: </p><blockquote><p>- Natural man corner with size and athleticism to match up with outside targets.</p><p>- Displays sudden athleticism in press situations, whether covering short-to-intermediate routes or turning and running downfield.<br>- Frame, athleticism, and technique excel in press coverage, but room to improve awareness in off and zone situations.<br>- P4-caliber corner prospect who owns the potential to become an island technician</p></blockquote><p>I took those bullets out of order but the reason is to illustrate how 4 of the 9 points offered by Brooks involve some reference of man coverage, press coverage, or putting wide receivers on an island. However, it appears that Jenkins may not yet have the turnover abilities you might expect from an alpha dog-esque man coverage corner, as Brooks includes another bullet point that says "Ideally would see more ball production, but capable of finding the ball in the deep third." The scouting report finishes up with some notes about Jenkins' abilities to tackle in the run game and the screen game: </p><blockquote><p>- Willing tackler with a lean, wiry frame that can add mass to enhance finishing strength.<br>- Attacks the screen game.<br>- Forward-playing conviction vs. perimeter run and screen games can periodically cause some less-than-ideal pursuit angles. </p></blockquote><p>That scouting report gives us the most all-around take on Jenkins as a prospect and the remainder of what we have will help us accent what has been said by Brooks. <a href="https://www.on3.com/teams/michigan-wolverines/news/michigan-commit-impact-4-star-cb-blake-jenkins/">Ethan McDowell of On3</a> shouted out Jenkins in press man coverage but didn't seem as concerned about his frame's ability to hold up as a tackler: </p><blockquote><p>Jenkins is a tall, physical cornerback who excels in man coverage ... On tape, his physicality pops. He already has a college-ready frame at 6-0.5, 190 pounds and uses that to his advantage in press coverage ... Jenkins is a very willing tackler and does not shy away from that part of the game. He’s particularly good at avoiding/blowing up blocks to disrupt screen plays</p></blockquote><p>Being a physical man coverage corner is great and all that, but those of us who remember Darion Green-Warren know you have to be able to compete athletically at the collegiate level for any of that to matter. So how does Blake Jenkins size up athletically? McDowell writes the following: </p><blockquote><p>He doesn’t have any recent track times or a verified 40-yard-dash, but he has an unofficial 4.48 on his Rivals profile ... For a taller corner, he still looks twitchy and closes gaps in coverage quickly</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://wolverineswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/wolverines/recruiting/2026/06/05/michigan-football-2027-cb-commit-blake-jenkins-scouting-report-highlights/90420701007/">Isaiah Hole of Wolverines Wire wrote up some notes on Jenkins</a> and didn't seem concerned about athleticism in the slightest: </p><blockquote><p>Is fully capable of going stride for stride with wide receivers, showcasing above-average speed</p></blockquote><p>And the usual praise for Jenkins' coverage abilities, with Hole also seemingly higher on his ball skills than Brooks was: </p><blockquote><p>Has shown the ability to be an elite man-to-man (off-man or press-man) cornerback, well beyond his years. Showcases solid technique and fundamentals in doing so -- somewhat surprising for tape from a then-high school junior.<br>Has good vision and is able to track the ball downfield. Doesn't get too handsy in defending passes, despite being so adept at press-man coverage.</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://247sports.com/article/blake-jenkins-commits-to-michigan-wolverines-add-top247-cb-from-texas-287443520/">Mike Roach of 247 had a little blurb upon Jenkins' commitment to Michigan</a> ($), saying the following: </p><blockquote><p>A long and rangy defensive back who can play on the boundary, Jenkins is built for the Big 10 where he will have some perimeter run responsibility and will have to match up physically with the bigger receivers they will face. Jenkins should be able to make an early impact on special teams and work his way into the corner rotation in his first two years on campus</p></blockquote><p>That note on the timeline is worth including because McDowell said something similar, having written "Given (Jenkins') man coverage skill set and developed frame, he has the chance to carve out a role early on in his collegiate career". </p><p>Altogether, the scouting reports are fairly aligned, other than the fact that no one is really talking much about weaknesses. Some may say Jenkins' athleticism is only okay rather than great. Others say his ball skills could use some work. Others say he could add some muscle and improve in his tackling. But there isn't much consensus on those, unlike the wide consensus about his press coverage abilities, size, and willingness to play with physicality. Higher floor, lower ceiling perhaps? </p><p><strong>OFFERS </strong></p><p>The list of offers for Jenkins' services is decently appetizing. Among power conference teams, the corner held offers from Florida, Oregon, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Missouri, KSU, Pitt, Iowa, UNC, Arkansas, Kansas, Alabama, Mississippi State, Northwestern, Wazzu (used to be P5), and in-state Texas Tech, TCU, and Baylor. The main recruitment came down to a smaller collection of teams than that list, however. Texas gave an offer and Jenkins did visit the Horns once, though I don't know if he was a take. </p><p>The four biggest names were Vandy, SMU, Houston, and Michigan, all solid power conference teams (weird to say about Vandy, but it's true nowadays) who have had top 25 finishes in the final AP poll in the last three seasons. It's tough to tell who was the biggest threat to Michigan in this recruitment, as some suggested Vandy while others argue SMU was the closest late. Either way, Michigan was in pole position in the final weeks thanks to the work of Jernaro Gilford and eventually they wrapped it up. </p><p><strong>HIGH SCHOOL </strong></p><p>Jenkins attends Obra D. Tompkins HS in Katy, Texas, which is referred to on the recruiting sites as "Katy Tompkins". Katy is now essentially a suburb of Houston, though on the border of suburb and exurb located 30 miles from downtown Houston. This makes Jenkins the second commit in the 2027 class to be from the Houston area, joining Xavier Muhammad, although they are from opposite sides of the metro area. Michigan has recent experience getting kids out of Katy, as a young man named Andrew Marsh is also from Katy, although he attended Jordan HS (~3.5 miles from Tompkins). </p><p>Katy is one of those places that has boomed in recent years as Houston and the state of Texas have grown in population. Marsh's HS was founded only in 2020, while Tompkins is a little bit older but not significantly, opening its doors in 2013. Tompkins is a big public high school with over 3,000 students and a rather limited list of alumni so far, although former Alabama QB Jalen Milroe is one of them. The school's motto is "it's a great day to be a falcon", which may well be true although I can say it definitely wasn't during Super Bowl LI (which, wouldn't you know, took place in Houston). </p><p>These Falcons appear just okay, having gone 7-4, 6-5, and 5-5 over the three seasons that Jenkins has been in high school. They compete in Division 6 (class 6 is the highest class), just like Marsh's Katy Jordan, but they have not been a consistently great team. Competitive, but more mediocre than a state contender. </p><p><strong>STATS </strong></p><p>From his 247 page: </p><blockquote><p>2025: Finished junior season with 26 tackles and 2 INTs.<br>2024: Gained varsity experience as a sophomore for a Tompkins team that made a Texas 6A D-II playoff appearance. Recorded 12 tackles, 1 INT, and 4 pass breakups in 5 games.</p></blockquote><p><strong>FAKE 40 TIME </strong></p><p>As stated in the McDowell piece, Jenkins self-reported a 4.48 40 time on his Rivals profile. I haven't seen any other 40 times posted so we have to view that one with extreme skepticism and dole out a healthy three FAKES out of 4 there. Not that it's impossible but we have zero corroboration. </p><p><strong>VIDEO </strong></p><p>Junior highlights: </p><p><strong>ETC </strong></p><p>Lists a 3.3 GPA on his Hudl. There's a personal statement posted on Jenkins' Rivals profile which I assume was meant to be sent to prospective coaches. I will post part of it here, <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">you can look at the rest via this link</a>: </p><blockquote><p>My name is Blake, and I am excited about the opportunity to be part of your team at the collegiate level. My goal is to continue developing as a student-athlete, excelling in both academics and football. I am committed to earning a degree while contributing to the success of your program, both on and off the field. As a Varsity Defensive Back, I’ve learned the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. What sets me apart is my strong work ethic and focus. Whether it’s studying film, improving my technique, or pushing myself in the weight room, I am always looking for ways to grow and elevate my game. I understand that talent alone isn't enough, I believe that my dedication to continuous improvement is what makes me a valuable asset to any team. </p></blockquote><p> </p><p><strong>PREDICTION BASED ON FLIMSY EVIDENCE </strong></p><p>This is pretty milquetoast but I guess Jenkins is fine? I feel like I should say something more flowery but this was a pretty straightforward scouting report without too much spicy content. Jenkins is a corner who appears to be stronger in man coverage situations than zone coverages at this time. He's physical and has requisite size to play in this conference. Willing to compete in the run game and in blowing up screens, Jenkins may need to get a little bigger and improve some of his technique when it comes to playing the ball/tackling angles. But not so much of a project that playing early isn't out of the equation. </p><p>On that note, playing time is available at the corner position beginning in 2027 and that has been one of Jernaro Gilford's top pitches recruiting this cycle. Smith Snowden, Zeke Berry, and Jyaire Hill may all well be out the door after the conclusion of the 2026 season and with Jayden Sanders leaving during the coaching transition, Michigan's corner depth is pretty thin. Shamari Earls will be a starter in '27 we have to imagine and after that it's quite fuzzy. Ernest Nunley is a project, so you're looking at Jamarion Vincent and JoJo Edmond, maybe Jeremiah Lowe and then... ???. There will be opportunities for all the true freshmen to play right away and we'll see if Jenkins is ready for it. </p><p><strong>UPSHOT FOR THE REST OF THE CLASS</strong> </p><p>With Jenkins onboard, Michigan has two corners in the 2027 recruiting class and four DBs in total. Johnson and Jenkins are the corners, while Charles Woodson Jr. is a safety and Tavares Harrington is a versatile player. The assumption has generally been that he is the nickel but Harrington could play safety if that's where the staff feels like they need him. It allows Michigan to be flexible but I think the team needs one more safety/nickel sort of player and then they also remain laser-focused on trying to get a big fish at corner to put next to Johnson and Jenkins. </p><p>The buzz recently has surrounded 5* Joshua Dobson out of North Carolina, who recently visited and Michigan seems to be firmly in contention for. Extracting him from the South will not be easy with Texas A&M and South Carolina the other top two contenders, but the Maize & Blue have done what they need to to give themselves a good shot. I remain skeptical but admit it's now much more real than it previously seemed (I was skeptical about Earls in the 2025 class too, in fairness). Monsana Torbert is another highly touted corner name, though pulling him out of Ohio is equally tricky, while 5* Oklahoma commit Gabe Osborne is someone Sam insists Michigan will keep trying to flip until the end. </p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="5"><p>OFFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>QB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/kamden-lopati">Kamden Lopati</a></p></td><td><p>UT</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Savvy dual-threat built like a LB.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tyson-robinson">Tyson Robinson</a></p></td><td><p>MS</p></td><td><p>4.1</p></td><td><p>Hart-ish small cutter.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/lundon-hampton">Lundon Hampton</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.5</p></td><td><p>Tall, agile ATH (RB/HSP).</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WR</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/quentin-burrell">Quentin Burrell</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.4</p></td><td><p>6'3 w smooth routes, avg speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>TE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/colt-lumpris">Colt Lumpris</a></p></td><td><p>NJ</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>TE/Edge ATH, young, JJ Buchanin-lite.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jakari-lipsey">Jakari Lipsey</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Raw, high-ceiling mutli-sport ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/sidney-rouleau">Sidney Rouleau</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>3.8<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quebecois, revised hgt -2 inches.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OG</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/louis-esposito">Louis Esposito</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>Son of DL coach, standard MW OL.</p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="5"><p>DEFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>DT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/xavier-muhammad">Xavier Muhammad</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Athletic (hoops/track) high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/recarder-kitchen">Recarder Kitchen</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.2<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Taco-like freaky coming of Jr injury.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jayce-brewer">Jayce Brewer</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.9<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>D-Mo'ish 5T, young for his grade.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/ifeanyi-emedobi">Ifeanyi Emedobi</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.8</p></td><td><p>Rising raw speedy Uche freak</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WLB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tank-watson">Tank Watson</a></p></td><td><p>GA</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>(AKA Brayden). Versatile/long OLB/ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/darius-johnson">Darius Johnson</a></p></td><td><p>CA</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Speedy spindly heady high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins">Blake Jenkins</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.0</p></td><td><p>Solid, tall-ish m2m corner w ball skills.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Nk</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tavares-harrington">Tavares Harrington</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.2</p></td><td><p>Big zone CB of unknown speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>FS</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/charles-woodson-jr">Charles Woodson Jr.</a></p></td><td><p>FL</p></td><td><p>3.7<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quick, smart son of the GOAT.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="node__links"> <ul class="links inline"><li class="comment-forbidden"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/login?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">Log in</a> or <a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/register?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">register</a> to post comments</li></ul> </div> <section class="field field--name-comment field--type-comment field--label-hidden comment-wrapper" id="comments"> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="19326" id="comment-245896391" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-trusted_user role-basic_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Roy G. Biv</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781888287"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391#comment-245896391">June 19th, 2026 at 12:58 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-19T16:58:07+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>We will take Andre Weathers level. An NFL guy overshadowed by Chuck (well, obviously) with a huge pick 6/gift against OSU.</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/03/2010</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 9440</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896391&1=default&2=en&3=" token="pe9D5LligMx_SKArN8HoLOqZ5wktsFF2Umoe6r5HDm4"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="40909" id="comment-245896642" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-basic_user role-trusted_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">DanDiego1999</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781973321"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642#comment-245896642">June 20th, 2026 at 12:35 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-20T16:35:21+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>It’s really clear how the new staff has a prototype on the kind of CB recruit they value. Vincent, Jenkins, and Johnson seem like triplets</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/20/2013</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 3112</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896642&1=default&2=en&3=" token="N5z13sW1JdzQwLL506OyvI7ZyMUBtGkjZ8XLT7HtGkk"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </section> <div class="field field--name-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/2027-recruiting" hreflang="en">2027 recruiting</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins" hreflang="en">blake jenkins</a></div> </div> </article> <article> <h1>2026 Recruiting: Jamarion Vincent</h1> <p>Seth — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:17:18 +0000</p> <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Hello: Blake Jenkins</span> <div class="field field--name-field-published-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2026-06-19T14:15:44Z" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Alex.Drain</a></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2026-06-19T10:15:44-04:00" title="Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10:15am" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> </picture> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-photo-caption-1 field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">[On3]</div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Michigan picked up a second 4* cornerback for the 2027 recruiting class earlier this month in landing <strong>Blake Jenkins </strong>out of Katy, TX. Today we will look at what he brings to the table: </p><p> </p><p><strong>GURU RATINGS </strong></p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">RATINGS BY SITE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247: 6'1.5/185</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3: 6'0.5/190</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">ESPN: 6'1/190</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 90, #230 Ovr<br>#30 CB, #38 TX</p></td><td><p>3*, 89, NR Ovr<br>#46 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 80, #198 Ovr<br>#24 CB, #34 TX</p></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="https://247sports.com/player/blake-jenkins-46160118/">4.04</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">3.91</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/266201/blake-jenkins">4.10</a></p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">COMPOSITE RANKINGS</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247 Composite</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3 Consensus</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">MGoBlog Avg</p></th><td bgcolor="ffffff" rowspan="3"> </td></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 0.9107, #280 Ovr<br>#33 CB, #43 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 90.34, #260 Ovr<br>#29 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, #402/905 Ovr<br>#38/84 CBs since '90</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>4.11</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Blake Jenkins' ratings look very similar to Darius Johnson's overall, landing in that lower 4*, 200-300ish range on the aggregate rankings. Johnson's had a split with On3 higher tan 247, whereas Jenkins is the reverse but both are 4*s to ESPN. Seth described it as "both CBs are ranked in that Cameron Calhoun/Gemon Green range of borderline 4-star". He also mentioned Andre Weathers as another one in that zone for those of you who remember 1997 (I don't). It puts Jenkins a little notch above the median of all Michigan corners since 1990 in Seth's database, a solidly ranked prospect but nothing incredible. </p><p><strong>[AFTER THE JUMP: solid corner]</strong></p><div id="read-more"></div><p> </p><p><strong>SCOUTING </strong></p><p>I will admit that the scouting on Blake Jenkins is a little more limited than I would like but we have enough to work with on this one to cobble together a Hello post. Let's start with the free 247 scouting report on the player page, this one courtesy of Gabe Brooks. The main takeaway is Jenkins' proficiency in man coverage situations: </p><blockquote><p>- Natural man corner with size and athleticism to match up with outside targets.</p><p>- Displays sudden athleticism in press situations, whether covering short-to-intermediate routes or turning and running downfield.<br>- Frame, athleticism, and technique excel in press coverage, but room to improve awareness in off and zone situations.<br>- P4-caliber corner prospect who owns the potential to become an island technician</p></blockquote><p>I took those bullets out of order but the reason is to illustrate how 4 of the 9 points offered by Brooks involve some reference of man coverage, press coverage, or putting wide receivers on an island. However, it appears that Jenkins may not yet have the turnover abilities you might expect from an alpha dog-esque man coverage corner, as Brooks includes another bullet point that says "Ideally would see more ball production, but capable of finding the ball in the deep third." The scouting report finishes up with some notes about Jenkins' abilities to tackle in the run game and the screen game: </p><blockquote><p>- Willing tackler with a lean, wiry frame that can add mass to enhance finishing strength.<br>- Attacks the screen game.<br>- Forward-playing conviction vs. perimeter run and screen games can periodically cause some less-than-ideal pursuit angles. </p></blockquote><p>That scouting report gives us the most all-around take on Jenkins as a prospect and the remainder of what we have will help us accent what has been said by Brooks. <a href="https://www.on3.com/teams/michigan-wolverines/news/michigan-commit-impact-4-star-cb-blake-jenkins/">Ethan McDowell of On3</a> shouted out Jenkins in press man coverage but didn't seem as concerned about his frame's ability to hold up as a tackler: </p><blockquote><p>Jenkins is a tall, physical cornerback who excels in man coverage ... On tape, his physicality pops. He already has a college-ready frame at 6-0.5, 190 pounds and uses that to his advantage in press coverage ... Jenkins is a very willing tackler and does not shy away from that part of the game. He’s particularly good at avoiding/blowing up blocks to disrupt screen plays</p></blockquote><p>Being a physical man coverage corner is great and all that, but those of us who remember Darion Green-Warren know you have to be able to compete athletically at the collegiate level for any of that to matter. So how does Blake Jenkins size up athletically? McDowell writes the following: </p><blockquote><p>He doesn’t have any recent track times or a verified 40-yard-dash, but he has an unofficial 4.48 on his Rivals profile ... For a taller corner, he still looks twitchy and closes gaps in coverage quickly</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://wolverineswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/wolverines/recruiting/2026/06/05/michigan-football-2027-cb-commit-blake-jenkins-scouting-report-highlights/90420701007/">Isaiah Hole of Wolverines Wire wrote up some notes on Jenkins</a> and didn't seem concerned about athleticism in the slightest: </p><blockquote><p>Is fully capable of going stride for stride with wide receivers, showcasing above-average speed</p></blockquote><p>And the usual praise for Jenkins' coverage abilities, with Hole also seemingly higher on his ball skills than Brooks was: </p><blockquote><p>Has shown the ability to be an elite man-to-man (off-man or press-man) cornerback, well beyond his years. Showcases solid technique and fundamentals in doing so -- somewhat surprising for tape from a then-high school junior.<br>Has good vision and is able to track the ball downfield. Doesn't get too handsy in defending passes, despite being so adept at press-man coverage.</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://247sports.com/article/blake-jenkins-commits-to-michigan-wolverines-add-top247-cb-from-texas-287443520/">Mike Roach of 247 had a little blurb upon Jenkins' commitment to Michigan</a> ($), saying the following: </p><blockquote><p>A long and rangy defensive back who can play on the boundary, Jenkins is built for the Big 10 where he will have some perimeter run responsibility and will have to match up physically with the bigger receivers they will face. Jenkins should be able to make an early impact on special teams and work his way into the corner rotation in his first two years on campus</p></blockquote><p>That note on the timeline is worth including because McDowell said something similar, having written "Given (Jenkins') man coverage skill set and developed frame, he has the chance to carve out a role early on in his collegiate career". </p><p>Altogether, the scouting reports are fairly aligned, other than the fact that no one is really talking much about weaknesses. Some may say Jenkins' athleticism is only okay rather than great. Others say his ball skills could use some work. Others say he could add some muscle and improve in his tackling. But there isn't much consensus on those, unlike the wide consensus about his press coverage abilities, size, and willingness to play with physicality. Higher floor, lower ceiling perhaps? </p><p><strong>OFFERS </strong></p><p>The list of offers for Jenkins' services is decently appetizing. Among power conference teams, the corner held offers from Florida, Oregon, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Missouri, KSU, Pitt, Iowa, UNC, Arkansas, Kansas, Alabama, Mississippi State, Northwestern, Wazzu (used to be P5), and in-state Texas Tech, TCU, and Baylor. The main recruitment came down to a smaller collection of teams than that list, however. Texas gave an offer and Jenkins did visit the Horns once, though I don't know if he was a take. </p><p>The four biggest names were Vandy, SMU, Houston, and Michigan, all solid power conference teams (weird to say about Vandy, but it's true nowadays) who have had top 25 finishes in the final AP poll in the last three seasons. It's tough to tell who was the biggest threat to Michigan in this recruitment, as some suggested Vandy while others argue SMU was the closest late. Either way, Michigan was in pole position in the final weeks thanks to the work of Jernaro Gilford and eventually they wrapped it up. </p><p><strong>HIGH SCHOOL </strong></p><p>Jenkins attends Obra D. Tompkins HS in Katy, Texas, which is referred to on the recruiting sites as "Katy Tompkins". Katy is now essentially a suburb of Houston, though on the border of suburb and exurb located 30 miles from downtown Houston. This makes Jenkins the second commit in the 2027 class to be from the Houston area, joining Xavier Muhammad, although they are from opposite sides of the metro area. Michigan has recent experience getting kids out of Katy, as a young man named Andrew Marsh is also from Katy, although he attended Jordan HS (~3.5 miles from Tompkins). </p><p>Katy is one of those places that has boomed in recent years as Houston and the state of Texas have grown in population. Marsh's HS was founded only in 2020, while Tompkins is a little bit older but not significantly, opening its doors in 2013. Tompkins is a big public high school with over 3,000 students and a rather limited list of alumni so far, although former Alabama QB Jalen Milroe is one of them. The school's motto is "it's a great day to be a falcon", which may well be true although I can say it definitely wasn't during Super Bowl LI (which, wouldn't you know, took place in Houston). </p><p>These Falcons appear just okay, having gone 7-4, 6-5, and 5-5 over the three seasons that Jenkins has been in high school. They compete in Division 6 (class 6 is the highest class), just like Marsh's Katy Jordan, but they have not been a consistently great team. Competitive, but more mediocre than a state contender. </p><p><strong>STATS </strong></p><p>From his 247 page: </p><blockquote><p>2025: Finished junior season with 26 tackles and 2 INTs.<br>2024: Gained varsity experience as a sophomore for a Tompkins team that made a Texas 6A D-II playoff appearance. Recorded 12 tackles, 1 INT, and 4 pass breakups in 5 games.</p></blockquote><p><strong>FAKE 40 TIME </strong></p><p>As stated in the McDowell piece, Jenkins self-reported a 4.48 40 time on his Rivals profile. I haven't seen any other 40 times posted so we have to view that one with extreme skepticism and dole out a healthy three FAKES out of 4 there. Not that it's impossible but we have zero corroboration. </p><p><strong>VIDEO </strong></p><p>Junior highlights: </p><p><strong>ETC </strong></p><p>Lists a 3.3 GPA on his Hudl. There's a personal statement posted on Jenkins' Rivals profile which I assume was meant to be sent to prospective coaches. I will post part of it here, <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">you can look at the rest via this link</a>: </p><blockquote><p>My name is Blake, and I am excited about the opportunity to be part of your team at the collegiate level. My goal is to continue developing as a student-athlete, excelling in both academics and football. I am committed to earning a degree while contributing to the success of your program, both on and off the field. As a Varsity Defensive Back, I’ve learned the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. What sets me apart is my strong work ethic and focus. Whether it’s studying film, improving my technique, or pushing myself in the weight room, I am always looking for ways to grow and elevate my game. I understand that talent alone isn't enough, I believe that my dedication to continuous improvement is what makes me a valuable asset to any team. </p></blockquote><p> </p><p><strong>PREDICTION BASED ON FLIMSY EVIDENCE </strong></p><p>This is pretty milquetoast but I guess Jenkins is fine? I feel like I should say something more flowery but this was a pretty straightforward scouting report without too much spicy content. Jenkins is a corner who appears to be stronger in man coverage situations than zone coverages at this time. He's physical and has requisite size to play in this conference. Willing to compete in the run game and in blowing up screens, Jenkins may need to get a little bigger and improve some of his technique when it comes to playing the ball/tackling angles. But not so much of a project that playing early isn't out of the equation. </p><p>On that note, playing time is available at the corner position beginning in 2027 and that has been one of Jernaro Gilford's top pitches recruiting this cycle. Smith Snowden, Zeke Berry, and Jyaire Hill may all well be out the door after the conclusion of the 2026 season and with Jayden Sanders leaving during the coaching transition, Michigan's corner depth is pretty thin. Shamari Earls will be a starter in '27 we have to imagine and after that it's quite fuzzy. Ernest Nunley is a project, so you're looking at Jamarion Vincent and JoJo Edmond, maybe Jeremiah Lowe and then... ???. There will be opportunities for all the true freshmen to play right away and we'll see if Jenkins is ready for it. </p><p><strong>UPSHOT FOR THE REST OF THE CLASS</strong> </p><p>With Jenkins onboard, Michigan has two corners in the 2027 recruiting class and four DBs in total. Johnson and Jenkins are the corners, while Charles Woodson Jr. is a safety and Tavares Harrington is a versatile player. The assumption has generally been that he is the nickel but Harrington could play safety if that's where the staff feels like they need him. It allows Michigan to be flexible but I think the team needs one more safety/nickel sort of player and then they also remain laser-focused on trying to get a big fish at corner to put next to Johnson and Jenkins. </p><p>The buzz recently has surrounded 5* Joshua Dobson out of North Carolina, who recently visited and Michigan seems to be firmly in contention for. Extracting him from the South will not be easy with Texas A&M and South Carolina the other top two contenders, but the Maize & Blue have done what they need to to give themselves a good shot. I remain skeptical but admit it's now much more real than it previously seemed (I was skeptical about Earls in the 2025 class too, in fairness). Monsana Torbert is another highly touted corner name, though pulling him out of Ohio is equally tricky, while 5* Oklahoma commit Gabe Osborne is someone Sam insists Michigan will keep trying to flip until the end. </p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="5"><p>OFFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>QB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/kamden-lopati">Kamden Lopati</a></p></td><td><p>UT</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Savvy dual-threat built like a LB.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tyson-robinson">Tyson Robinson</a></p></td><td><p>MS</p></td><td><p>4.1</p></td><td><p>Hart-ish small cutter.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/lundon-hampton">Lundon Hampton</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.5</p></td><td><p>Tall, agile ATH (RB/HSP).</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WR</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/quentin-burrell">Quentin Burrell</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.4</p></td><td><p>6'3 w smooth routes, avg speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>TE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/colt-lumpris">Colt Lumpris</a></p></td><td><p>NJ</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>TE/Edge ATH, young, JJ Buchanin-lite.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jakari-lipsey">Jakari Lipsey</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Raw, high-ceiling mutli-sport ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/sidney-rouleau">Sidney Rouleau</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>3.8<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quebecois, revised hgt -2 inches.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OG</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/louis-esposito">Louis Esposito</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>Son of DL coach, standard MW OL.</p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="5"><p>DEFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>DT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/xavier-muhammad">Xavier Muhammad</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Athletic (hoops/track) high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/recarder-kitchen">Recarder Kitchen</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.2<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Taco-like freaky coming of Jr injury.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jayce-brewer">Jayce Brewer</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.9<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>D-Mo'ish 5T, young for his grade.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/ifeanyi-emedobi">Ifeanyi Emedobi</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.8</p></td><td><p>Rising raw speedy Uche freak</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WLB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tank-watson">Tank Watson</a></p></td><td><p>GA</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>(AKA Brayden). Versatile/long OLB/ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/darius-johnson">Darius Johnson</a></p></td><td><p>CA</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Speedy spindly heady high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins">Blake Jenkins</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.0</p></td><td><p>Solid, tall-ish m2m corner w ball skills.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Nk</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tavares-harrington">Tavares Harrington</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.2</p></td><td><p>Big zone CB of unknown speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>FS</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/charles-woodson-jr">Charles Woodson Jr.</a></p></td><td><p>FL</p></td><td><p>3.7<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quick, smart son of the GOAT.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="node__links"> <ul class="links inline"><li class="comment-forbidden"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/login?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">Log in</a> or <a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/register?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">register</a> to post comments</li></ul> </div> <section class="field field--name-comment field--type-comment field--label-hidden comment-wrapper" id="comments"> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="19326" id="comment-245896391" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-trusted_user role-basic_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Roy G. Biv</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781888287"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391#comment-245896391">June 19th, 2026 at 12:58 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-19T16:58:07+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>We will take Andre Weathers level. An NFL guy overshadowed by Chuck (well, obviously) with a huge pick 6/gift against OSU.</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/03/2010</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 9440</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896391&1=default&2=en&3=" token="pe9D5LligMx_SKArN8HoLOqZ5wktsFF2Umoe6r5HDm4"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="40909" id="comment-245896642" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-basic_user role-trusted_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">DanDiego1999</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781973321"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642#comment-245896642">June 20th, 2026 at 12:35 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-20T16:35:21+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>It’s really clear how the new staff has a prototype on the kind of CB recruit they value. Vincent, Jenkins, and Johnson seem like triplets</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/20/2013</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 3112</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896642&1=default&2=en&3=" token="N5z13sW1JdzQwLL506OyvI7ZyMUBtGkjZ8XLT7HtGkk"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </section> <div class="field field--name-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/2027-recruiting" hreflang="en">2027 recruiting</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins" hreflang="en">blake jenkins</a></div> </div> </article> <article> <h1>2026 Recruiting: Jordan Deck</h1> <p>Seth — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:36:59 +0000</p> <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Hello: Blake Jenkins</span> <div class="field field--name-field-published-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2026-06-19T14:15:44Z" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Alex.Drain</a></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2026-06-19T10:15:44-04:00" title="Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10:15am" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> </picture> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-photo-caption-1 field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">[On3]</div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Michigan picked up a second 4* cornerback for the 2027 recruiting class earlier this month in landing <strong>Blake Jenkins </strong>out of Katy, TX. Today we will look at what he brings to the table: </p><p> </p><p><strong>GURU RATINGS </strong></p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">RATINGS BY SITE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247: 6'1.5/185</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3: 6'0.5/190</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">ESPN: 6'1/190</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 90, #230 Ovr<br>#30 CB, #38 TX</p></td><td><p>3*, 89, NR Ovr<br>#46 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 80, #198 Ovr<br>#24 CB, #34 TX</p></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="https://247sports.com/player/blake-jenkins-46160118/">4.04</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">3.91</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/266201/blake-jenkins">4.10</a></p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">COMPOSITE RANKINGS</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247 Composite</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3 Consensus</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">MGoBlog Avg</p></th><td bgcolor="ffffff" rowspan="3"> </td></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 0.9107, #280 Ovr<br>#33 CB, #43 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 90.34, #260 Ovr<br>#29 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, #402/905 Ovr<br>#38/84 CBs since '90</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>4.11</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Blake Jenkins' ratings look very similar to Darius Johnson's overall, landing in that lower 4*, 200-300ish range on the aggregate rankings. Johnson's had a split with On3 higher tan 247, whereas Jenkins is the reverse but both are 4*s to ESPN. Seth described it as "both CBs are ranked in that Cameron Calhoun/Gemon Green range of borderline 4-star". He also mentioned Andre Weathers as another one in that zone for those of you who remember 1997 (I don't). It puts Jenkins a little notch above the median of all Michigan corners since 1990 in Seth's database, a solidly ranked prospect but nothing incredible. </p><p><strong>[AFTER THE JUMP: solid corner]</strong></p><div id="read-more"></div><p> </p><p><strong>SCOUTING </strong></p><p>I will admit that the scouting on Blake Jenkins is a little more limited than I would like but we have enough to work with on this one to cobble together a Hello post. Let's start with the free 247 scouting report on the player page, this one courtesy of Gabe Brooks. The main takeaway is Jenkins' proficiency in man coverage situations: </p><blockquote><p>- Natural man corner with size and athleticism to match up with outside targets.</p><p>- Displays sudden athleticism in press situations, whether covering short-to-intermediate routes or turning and running downfield.<br>- Frame, athleticism, and technique excel in press coverage, but room to improve awareness in off and zone situations.<br>- P4-caliber corner prospect who owns the potential to become an island technician</p></blockquote><p>I took those bullets out of order but the reason is to illustrate how 4 of the 9 points offered by Brooks involve some reference of man coverage, press coverage, or putting wide receivers on an island. However, it appears that Jenkins may not yet have the turnover abilities you might expect from an alpha dog-esque man coverage corner, as Brooks includes another bullet point that says "Ideally would see more ball production, but capable of finding the ball in the deep third." The scouting report finishes up with some notes about Jenkins' abilities to tackle in the run game and the screen game: </p><blockquote><p>- Willing tackler with a lean, wiry frame that can add mass to enhance finishing strength.<br>- Attacks the screen game.<br>- Forward-playing conviction vs. perimeter run and screen games can periodically cause some less-than-ideal pursuit angles. </p></blockquote><p>That scouting report gives us the most all-around take on Jenkins as a prospect and the remainder of what we have will help us accent what has been said by Brooks. <a href="https://www.on3.com/teams/michigan-wolverines/news/michigan-commit-impact-4-star-cb-blake-jenkins/">Ethan McDowell of On3</a> shouted out Jenkins in press man coverage but didn't seem as concerned about his frame's ability to hold up as a tackler: </p><blockquote><p>Jenkins is a tall, physical cornerback who excels in man coverage ... On tape, his physicality pops. He already has a college-ready frame at 6-0.5, 190 pounds and uses that to his advantage in press coverage ... Jenkins is a very willing tackler and does not shy away from that part of the game. He’s particularly good at avoiding/blowing up blocks to disrupt screen plays</p></blockquote><p>Being a physical man coverage corner is great and all that, but those of us who remember Darion Green-Warren know you have to be able to compete athletically at the collegiate level for any of that to matter. So how does Blake Jenkins size up athletically? McDowell writes the following: </p><blockquote><p>He doesn’t have any recent track times or a verified 40-yard-dash, but he has an unofficial 4.48 on his Rivals profile ... For a taller corner, he still looks twitchy and closes gaps in coverage quickly</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://wolverineswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/wolverines/recruiting/2026/06/05/michigan-football-2027-cb-commit-blake-jenkins-scouting-report-highlights/90420701007/">Isaiah Hole of Wolverines Wire wrote up some notes on Jenkins</a> and didn't seem concerned about athleticism in the slightest: </p><blockquote><p>Is fully capable of going stride for stride with wide receivers, showcasing above-average speed</p></blockquote><p>And the usual praise for Jenkins' coverage abilities, with Hole also seemingly higher on his ball skills than Brooks was: </p><blockquote><p>Has shown the ability to be an elite man-to-man (off-man or press-man) cornerback, well beyond his years. Showcases solid technique and fundamentals in doing so -- somewhat surprising for tape from a then-high school junior.<br>Has good vision and is able to track the ball downfield. Doesn't get too handsy in defending passes, despite being so adept at press-man coverage.</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://247sports.com/article/blake-jenkins-commits-to-michigan-wolverines-add-top247-cb-from-texas-287443520/">Mike Roach of 247 had a little blurb upon Jenkins' commitment to Michigan</a> ($), saying the following: </p><blockquote><p>A long and rangy defensive back who can play on the boundary, Jenkins is built for the Big 10 where he will have some perimeter run responsibility and will have to match up physically with the bigger receivers they will face. Jenkins should be able to make an early impact on special teams and work his way into the corner rotation in his first two years on campus</p></blockquote><p>That note on the timeline is worth including because McDowell said something similar, having written "Given (Jenkins') man coverage skill set and developed frame, he has the chance to carve out a role early on in his collegiate career". </p><p>Altogether, the scouting reports are fairly aligned, other than the fact that no one is really talking much about weaknesses. Some may say Jenkins' athleticism is only okay rather than great. Others say his ball skills could use some work. Others say he could add some muscle and improve in his tackling. But there isn't much consensus on those, unlike the wide consensus about his press coverage abilities, size, and willingness to play with physicality. Higher floor, lower ceiling perhaps? </p><p><strong>OFFERS </strong></p><p>The list of offers for Jenkins' services is decently appetizing. Among power conference teams, the corner held offers from Florida, Oregon, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Missouri, KSU, Pitt, Iowa, UNC, Arkansas, Kansas, Alabama, Mississippi State, Northwestern, Wazzu (used to be P5), and in-state Texas Tech, TCU, and Baylor. The main recruitment came down to a smaller collection of teams than that list, however. Texas gave an offer and Jenkins did visit the Horns once, though I don't know if he was a take. </p><p>The four biggest names were Vandy, SMU, Houston, and Michigan, all solid power conference teams (weird to say about Vandy, but it's true nowadays) who have had top 25 finishes in the final AP poll in the last three seasons. It's tough to tell who was the biggest threat to Michigan in this recruitment, as some suggested Vandy while others argue SMU was the closest late. Either way, Michigan was in pole position in the final weeks thanks to the work of Jernaro Gilford and eventually they wrapped it up. </p><p><strong>HIGH SCHOOL </strong></p><p>Jenkins attends Obra D. Tompkins HS in Katy, Texas, which is referred to on the recruiting sites as "Katy Tompkins". Katy is now essentially a suburb of Houston, though on the border of suburb and exurb located 30 miles from downtown Houston. This makes Jenkins the second commit in the 2027 class to be from the Houston area, joining Xavier Muhammad, although they are from opposite sides of the metro area. Michigan has recent experience getting kids out of Katy, as a young man named Andrew Marsh is also from Katy, although he attended Jordan HS (~3.5 miles from Tompkins). </p><p>Katy is one of those places that has boomed in recent years as Houston and the state of Texas have grown in population. Marsh's HS was founded only in 2020, while Tompkins is a little bit older but not significantly, opening its doors in 2013. Tompkins is a big public high school with over 3,000 students and a rather limited list of alumni so far, although former Alabama QB Jalen Milroe is one of them. The school's motto is "it's a great day to be a falcon", which may well be true although I can say it definitely wasn't during Super Bowl LI (which, wouldn't you know, took place in Houston). </p><p>These Falcons appear just okay, having gone 7-4, 6-5, and 5-5 over the three seasons that Jenkins has been in high school. They compete in Division 6 (class 6 is the highest class), just like Marsh's Katy Jordan, but they have not been a consistently great team. Competitive, but more mediocre than a state contender. </p><p><strong>STATS </strong></p><p>From his 247 page: </p><blockquote><p>2025: Finished junior season with 26 tackles and 2 INTs.<br>2024: Gained varsity experience as a sophomore for a Tompkins team that made a Texas 6A D-II playoff appearance. Recorded 12 tackles, 1 INT, and 4 pass breakups in 5 games.</p></blockquote><p><strong>FAKE 40 TIME </strong></p><p>As stated in the McDowell piece, Jenkins self-reported a 4.48 40 time on his Rivals profile. I haven't seen any other 40 times posted so we have to view that one with extreme skepticism and dole out a healthy three FAKES out of 4 there. Not that it's impossible but we have zero corroboration. </p><p><strong>VIDEO </strong></p><p>Junior highlights: </p><p><strong>ETC </strong></p><p>Lists a 3.3 GPA on his Hudl. There's a personal statement posted on Jenkins' Rivals profile which I assume was meant to be sent to prospective coaches. I will post part of it here, <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">you can look at the rest via this link</a>: </p><blockquote><p>My name is Blake, and I am excited about the opportunity to be part of your team at the collegiate level. My goal is to continue developing as a student-athlete, excelling in both academics and football. I am committed to earning a degree while contributing to the success of your program, both on and off the field. As a Varsity Defensive Back, I’ve learned the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. What sets me apart is my strong work ethic and focus. Whether it’s studying film, improving my technique, or pushing myself in the weight room, I am always looking for ways to grow and elevate my game. I understand that talent alone isn't enough, I believe that my dedication to continuous improvement is what makes me a valuable asset to any team. </p></blockquote><p> </p><p><strong>PREDICTION BASED ON FLIMSY EVIDENCE </strong></p><p>This is pretty milquetoast but I guess Jenkins is fine? I feel like I should say something more flowery but this was a pretty straightforward scouting report without too much spicy content. Jenkins is a corner who appears to be stronger in man coverage situations than zone coverages at this time. He's physical and has requisite size to play in this conference. Willing to compete in the run game and in blowing up screens, Jenkins may need to get a little bigger and improve some of his technique when it comes to playing the ball/tackling angles. But not so much of a project that playing early isn't out of the equation. </p><p>On that note, playing time is available at the corner position beginning in 2027 and that has been one of Jernaro Gilford's top pitches recruiting this cycle. Smith Snowden, Zeke Berry, and Jyaire Hill may all well be out the door after the conclusion of the 2026 season and with Jayden Sanders leaving during the coaching transition, Michigan's corner depth is pretty thin. Shamari Earls will be a starter in '27 we have to imagine and after that it's quite fuzzy. Ernest Nunley is a project, so you're looking at Jamarion Vincent and JoJo Edmond, maybe Jeremiah Lowe and then... ???. There will be opportunities for all the true freshmen to play right away and we'll see if Jenkins is ready for it. </p><p><strong>UPSHOT FOR THE REST OF THE CLASS</strong> </p><p>With Jenkins onboard, Michigan has two corners in the 2027 recruiting class and four DBs in total. Johnson and Jenkins are the corners, while Charles Woodson Jr. is a safety and Tavares Harrington is a versatile player. The assumption has generally been that he is the nickel but Harrington could play safety if that's where the staff feels like they need him. It allows Michigan to be flexible but I think the team needs one more safety/nickel sort of player and then they also remain laser-focused on trying to get a big fish at corner to put next to Johnson and Jenkins. </p><p>The buzz recently has surrounded 5* Joshua Dobson out of North Carolina, who recently visited and Michigan seems to be firmly in contention for. Extracting him from the South will not be easy with Texas A&M and South Carolina the other top two contenders, but the Maize & Blue have done what they need to to give themselves a good shot. I remain skeptical but admit it's now much more real than it previously seemed (I was skeptical about Earls in the 2025 class too, in fairness). Monsana Torbert is another highly touted corner name, though pulling him out of Ohio is equally tricky, while 5* Oklahoma commit Gabe Osborne is someone Sam insists Michigan will keep trying to flip until the end. </p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="5"><p>OFFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>QB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/kamden-lopati">Kamden Lopati</a></p></td><td><p>UT</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Savvy dual-threat built like a LB.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tyson-robinson">Tyson Robinson</a></p></td><td><p>MS</p></td><td><p>4.1</p></td><td><p>Hart-ish small cutter.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/lundon-hampton">Lundon Hampton</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.5</p></td><td><p>Tall, agile ATH (RB/HSP).</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WR</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/quentin-burrell">Quentin Burrell</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.4</p></td><td><p>6'3 w smooth routes, avg speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>TE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/colt-lumpris">Colt Lumpris</a></p></td><td><p>NJ</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>TE/Edge ATH, young, JJ Buchanin-lite.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jakari-lipsey">Jakari Lipsey</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Raw, high-ceiling mutli-sport ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/sidney-rouleau">Sidney Rouleau</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>3.8<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quebecois, revised hgt -2 inches.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OG</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/louis-esposito">Louis Esposito</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>Son of DL coach, standard MW OL.</p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="5"><p>DEFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>DT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/xavier-muhammad">Xavier Muhammad</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Athletic (hoops/track) high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/recarder-kitchen">Recarder Kitchen</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.2<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Taco-like freaky coming of Jr injury.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jayce-brewer">Jayce Brewer</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.9<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>D-Mo'ish 5T, young for his grade.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/ifeanyi-emedobi">Ifeanyi Emedobi</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.8</p></td><td><p>Rising raw speedy Uche freak</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WLB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tank-watson">Tank Watson</a></p></td><td><p>GA</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>(AKA Brayden). Versatile/long OLB/ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/darius-johnson">Darius Johnson</a></p></td><td><p>CA</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Speedy spindly heady high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins">Blake Jenkins</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.0</p></td><td><p>Solid, tall-ish m2m corner w ball skills.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Nk</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tavares-harrington">Tavares Harrington</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.2</p></td><td><p>Big zone CB of unknown speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>FS</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/charles-woodson-jr">Charles Woodson Jr.</a></p></td><td><p>FL</p></td><td><p>3.7<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quick, smart son of the GOAT.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="node__links"> <ul class="links inline"><li class="comment-forbidden"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/login?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">Log in</a> or <a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/register?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">register</a> to post comments</li></ul> </div> <section class="field field--name-comment field--type-comment field--label-hidden comment-wrapper" id="comments"> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="19326" id="comment-245896391" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-trusted_user role-basic_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Roy G. Biv</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781888287"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391#comment-245896391">June 19th, 2026 at 12:58 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-19T16:58:07+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>We will take Andre Weathers level. An NFL guy overshadowed by Chuck (well, obviously) with a huge pick 6/gift against OSU.</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/03/2010</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 9440</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896391&1=default&2=en&3=" token="pe9D5LligMx_SKArN8HoLOqZ5wktsFF2Umoe6r5HDm4"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="40909" id="comment-245896642" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-basic_user role-trusted_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">DanDiego1999</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781973321"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642#comment-245896642">June 20th, 2026 at 12:35 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-20T16:35:21+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>It’s really clear how the new staff has a prototype on the kind of CB recruit they value. Vincent, Jenkins, and Johnson seem like triplets</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/20/2013</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 3112</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896642&1=default&2=en&3=" token="N5z13sW1JdzQwLL506OyvI7ZyMUBtGkjZ8XLT7HtGkk"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </section> <div class="field field--name-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/2027-recruiting" hreflang="en">2027 recruiting</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins" hreflang="en">blake jenkins</a></div> </div> </article> <article> <h1>WTKA Roundtable 6/11/2026: Don't Be Like Iowa</h1> <p>Seth — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:38:24 +0000</p> <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Hello: Blake Jenkins</span> <div class="field field--name-field-published-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2026-06-19T14:15:44Z" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Alex.Drain</a></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2026-06-19T10:15:44-04:00" title="Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10:15am" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> </picture> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-photo-caption-1 field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">[On3]</div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Michigan picked up a second 4* cornerback for the 2027 recruiting class earlier this month in landing <strong>Blake Jenkins </strong>out of Katy, TX. Today we will look at what he brings to the table: </p><p> </p><p><strong>GURU RATINGS </strong></p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">RATINGS BY SITE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247: 6'1.5/185</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3: 6'0.5/190</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">ESPN: 6'1/190</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 90, #230 Ovr<br>#30 CB, #38 TX</p></td><td><p>3*, 89, NR Ovr<br>#46 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 80, #198 Ovr<br>#24 CB, #34 TX</p></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="https://247sports.com/player/blake-jenkins-46160118/">4.04</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">3.91</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/266201/blake-jenkins">4.10</a></p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">COMPOSITE RANKINGS</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247 Composite</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3 Consensus</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">MGoBlog Avg</p></th><td bgcolor="ffffff" rowspan="3"> </td></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 0.9107, #280 Ovr<br>#33 CB, #43 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 90.34, #260 Ovr<br>#29 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, #402/905 Ovr<br>#38/84 CBs since '90</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>4.11</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Blake Jenkins' ratings look very similar to Darius Johnson's overall, landing in that lower 4*, 200-300ish range on the aggregate rankings. Johnson's had a split with On3 higher tan 247, whereas Jenkins is the reverse but both are 4*s to ESPN. Seth described it as "both CBs are ranked in that Cameron Calhoun/Gemon Green range of borderline 4-star". He also mentioned Andre Weathers as another one in that zone for those of you who remember 1997 (I don't). It puts Jenkins a little notch above the median of all Michigan corners since 1990 in Seth's database, a solidly ranked prospect but nothing incredible. </p><p><strong>[AFTER THE JUMP: solid corner]</strong></p><div id="read-more"></div><p> </p><p><strong>SCOUTING </strong></p><p>I will admit that the scouting on Blake Jenkins is a little more limited than I would like but we have enough to work with on this one to cobble together a Hello post. Let's start with the free 247 scouting report on the player page, this one courtesy of Gabe Brooks. The main takeaway is Jenkins' proficiency in man coverage situations: </p><blockquote><p>- Natural man corner with size and athleticism to match up with outside targets.</p><p>- Displays sudden athleticism in press situations, whether covering short-to-intermediate routes or turning and running downfield.<br>- Frame, athleticism, and technique excel in press coverage, but room to improve awareness in off and zone situations.<br>- P4-caliber corner prospect who owns the potential to become an island technician</p></blockquote><p>I took those bullets out of order but the reason is to illustrate how 4 of the 9 points offered by Brooks involve some reference of man coverage, press coverage, or putting wide receivers on an island. However, it appears that Jenkins may not yet have the turnover abilities you might expect from an alpha dog-esque man coverage corner, as Brooks includes another bullet point that says "Ideally would see more ball production, but capable of finding the ball in the deep third." The scouting report finishes up with some notes about Jenkins' abilities to tackle in the run game and the screen game: </p><blockquote><p>- Willing tackler with a lean, wiry frame that can add mass to enhance finishing strength.<br>- Attacks the screen game.<br>- Forward-playing conviction vs. perimeter run and screen games can periodically cause some less-than-ideal pursuit angles. </p></blockquote><p>That scouting report gives us the most all-around take on Jenkins as a prospect and the remainder of what we have will help us accent what has been said by Brooks. <a href="https://www.on3.com/teams/michigan-wolverines/news/michigan-commit-impact-4-star-cb-blake-jenkins/">Ethan McDowell of On3</a> shouted out Jenkins in press man coverage but didn't seem as concerned about his frame's ability to hold up as a tackler: </p><blockquote><p>Jenkins is a tall, physical cornerback who excels in man coverage ... On tape, his physicality pops. He already has a college-ready frame at 6-0.5, 190 pounds and uses that to his advantage in press coverage ... Jenkins is a very willing tackler and does not shy away from that part of the game. He’s particularly good at avoiding/blowing up blocks to disrupt screen plays</p></blockquote><p>Being a physical man coverage corner is great and all that, but those of us who remember Darion Green-Warren know you have to be able to compete athletically at the collegiate level for any of that to matter. So how does Blake Jenkins size up athletically? McDowell writes the following: </p><blockquote><p>He doesn’t have any recent track times or a verified 40-yard-dash, but he has an unofficial 4.48 on his Rivals profile ... For a taller corner, he still looks twitchy and closes gaps in coverage quickly</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://wolverineswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/wolverines/recruiting/2026/06/05/michigan-football-2027-cb-commit-blake-jenkins-scouting-report-highlights/90420701007/">Isaiah Hole of Wolverines Wire wrote up some notes on Jenkins</a> and didn't seem concerned about athleticism in the slightest: </p><blockquote><p>Is fully capable of going stride for stride with wide receivers, showcasing above-average speed</p></blockquote><p>And the usual praise for Jenkins' coverage abilities, with Hole also seemingly higher on his ball skills than Brooks was: </p><blockquote><p>Has shown the ability to be an elite man-to-man (off-man or press-man) cornerback, well beyond his years. Showcases solid technique and fundamentals in doing so -- somewhat surprising for tape from a then-high school junior.<br>Has good vision and is able to track the ball downfield. Doesn't get too handsy in defending passes, despite being so adept at press-man coverage.</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://247sports.com/article/blake-jenkins-commits-to-michigan-wolverines-add-top247-cb-from-texas-287443520/">Mike Roach of 247 had a little blurb upon Jenkins' commitment to Michigan</a> ($), saying the following: </p><blockquote><p>A long and rangy defensive back who can play on the boundary, Jenkins is built for the Big 10 where he will have some perimeter run responsibility and will have to match up physically with the bigger receivers they will face. Jenkins should be able to make an early impact on special teams and work his way into the corner rotation in his first two years on campus</p></blockquote><p>That note on the timeline is worth including because McDowell said something similar, having written "Given (Jenkins') man coverage skill set and developed frame, he has the chance to carve out a role early on in his collegiate career". </p><p>Altogether, the scouting reports are fairly aligned, other than the fact that no one is really talking much about weaknesses. Some may say Jenkins' athleticism is only okay rather than great. Others say his ball skills could use some work. Others say he could add some muscle and improve in his tackling. But there isn't much consensus on those, unlike the wide consensus about his press coverage abilities, size, and willingness to play with physicality. Higher floor, lower ceiling perhaps? </p><p><strong>OFFERS </strong></p><p>The list of offers for Jenkins' services is decently appetizing. Among power conference teams, the corner held offers from Florida, Oregon, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Missouri, KSU, Pitt, Iowa, UNC, Arkansas, Kansas, Alabama, Mississippi State, Northwestern, Wazzu (used to be P5), and in-state Texas Tech, TCU, and Baylor. The main recruitment came down to a smaller collection of teams than that list, however. Texas gave an offer and Jenkins did visit the Horns once, though I don't know if he was a take. </p><p>The four biggest names were Vandy, SMU, Houston, and Michigan, all solid power conference teams (weird to say about Vandy, but it's true nowadays) who have had top 25 finishes in the final AP poll in the last three seasons. It's tough to tell who was the biggest threat to Michigan in this recruitment, as some suggested Vandy while others argue SMU was the closest late. Either way, Michigan was in pole position in the final weeks thanks to the work of Jernaro Gilford and eventually they wrapped it up. </p><p><strong>HIGH SCHOOL </strong></p><p>Jenkins attends Obra D. Tompkins HS in Katy, Texas, which is referred to on the recruiting sites as "Katy Tompkins". Katy is now essentially a suburb of Houston, though on the border of suburb and exurb located 30 miles from downtown Houston. This makes Jenkins the second commit in the 2027 class to be from the Houston area, joining Xavier Muhammad, although they are from opposite sides of the metro area. Michigan has recent experience getting kids out of Katy, as a young man named Andrew Marsh is also from Katy, although he attended Jordan HS (~3.5 miles from Tompkins). </p><p>Katy is one of those places that has boomed in recent years as Houston and the state of Texas have grown in population. Marsh's HS was founded only in 2020, while Tompkins is a little bit older but not significantly, opening its doors in 2013. Tompkins is a big public high school with over 3,000 students and a rather limited list of alumni so far, although former Alabama QB Jalen Milroe is one of them. The school's motto is "it's a great day to be a falcon", which may well be true although I can say it definitely wasn't during Super Bowl LI (which, wouldn't you know, took place in Houston). </p><p>These Falcons appear just okay, having gone 7-4, 6-5, and 5-5 over the three seasons that Jenkins has been in high school. They compete in Division 6 (class 6 is the highest class), just like Marsh's Katy Jordan, but they have not been a consistently great team. Competitive, but more mediocre than a state contender. </p><p><strong>STATS </strong></p><p>From his 247 page: </p><blockquote><p>2025: Finished junior season with 26 tackles and 2 INTs.<br>2024: Gained varsity experience as a sophomore for a Tompkins team that made a Texas 6A D-II playoff appearance. Recorded 12 tackles, 1 INT, and 4 pass breakups in 5 games.</p></blockquote><p><strong>FAKE 40 TIME </strong></p><p>As stated in the McDowell piece, Jenkins self-reported a 4.48 40 time on his Rivals profile. I haven't seen any other 40 times posted so we have to view that one with extreme skepticism and dole out a healthy three FAKES out of 4 there. Not that it's impossible but we have zero corroboration. </p><p><strong>VIDEO </strong></p><p>Junior highlights: </p><p><strong>ETC </strong></p><p>Lists a 3.3 GPA on his Hudl. There's a personal statement posted on Jenkins' Rivals profile which I assume was meant to be sent to prospective coaches. I will post part of it here, <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">you can look at the rest via this link</a>: </p><blockquote><p>My name is Blake, and I am excited about the opportunity to be part of your team at the collegiate level. My goal is to continue developing as a student-athlete, excelling in both academics and football. I am committed to earning a degree while contributing to the success of your program, both on and off the field. As a Varsity Defensive Back, I’ve learned the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. What sets me apart is my strong work ethic and focus. Whether it’s studying film, improving my technique, or pushing myself in the weight room, I am always looking for ways to grow and elevate my game. I understand that talent alone isn't enough, I believe that my dedication to continuous improvement is what makes me a valuable asset to any team. </p></blockquote><p> </p><p><strong>PREDICTION BASED ON FLIMSY EVIDENCE </strong></p><p>This is pretty milquetoast but I guess Jenkins is fine? I feel like I should say something more flowery but this was a pretty straightforward scouting report without too much spicy content. Jenkins is a corner who appears to be stronger in man coverage situations than zone coverages at this time. He's physical and has requisite size to play in this conference. Willing to compete in the run game and in blowing up screens, Jenkins may need to get a little bigger and improve some of his technique when it comes to playing the ball/tackling angles. But not so much of a project that playing early isn't out of the equation. </p><p>On that note, playing time is available at the corner position beginning in 2027 and that has been one of Jernaro Gilford's top pitches recruiting this cycle. Smith Snowden, Zeke Berry, and Jyaire Hill may all well be out the door after the conclusion of the 2026 season and with Jayden Sanders leaving during the coaching transition, Michigan's corner depth is pretty thin. Shamari Earls will be a starter in '27 we have to imagine and after that it's quite fuzzy. Ernest Nunley is a project, so you're looking at Jamarion Vincent and JoJo Edmond, maybe Jeremiah Lowe and then... ???. There will be opportunities for all the true freshmen to play right away and we'll see if Jenkins is ready for it. </p><p><strong>UPSHOT FOR THE REST OF THE CLASS</strong> </p><p>With Jenkins onboard, Michigan has two corners in the 2027 recruiting class and four DBs in total. Johnson and Jenkins are the corners, while Charles Woodson Jr. is a safety and Tavares Harrington is a versatile player. The assumption has generally been that he is the nickel but Harrington could play safety if that's where the staff feels like they need him. It allows Michigan to be flexible but I think the team needs one more safety/nickel sort of player and then they also remain laser-focused on trying to get a big fish at corner to put next to Johnson and Jenkins. </p><p>The buzz recently has surrounded 5* Joshua Dobson out of North Carolina, who recently visited and Michigan seems to be firmly in contention for. Extracting him from the South will not be easy with Texas A&M and South Carolina the other top two contenders, but the Maize & Blue have done what they need to to give themselves a good shot. I remain skeptical but admit it's now much more real than it previously seemed (I was skeptical about Earls in the 2025 class too, in fairness). Monsana Torbert is another highly touted corner name, though pulling him out of Ohio is equally tricky, while 5* Oklahoma commit Gabe Osborne is someone Sam insists Michigan will keep trying to flip until the end. </p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="5"><p>OFFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>QB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/kamden-lopati">Kamden Lopati</a></p></td><td><p>UT</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Savvy dual-threat built like a LB.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tyson-robinson">Tyson Robinson</a></p></td><td><p>MS</p></td><td><p>4.1</p></td><td><p>Hart-ish small cutter.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/lundon-hampton">Lundon Hampton</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.5</p></td><td><p>Tall, agile ATH (RB/HSP).</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WR</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/quentin-burrell">Quentin Burrell</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.4</p></td><td><p>6'3 w smooth routes, avg speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>TE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/colt-lumpris">Colt Lumpris</a></p></td><td><p>NJ</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>TE/Edge ATH, young, JJ Buchanin-lite.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jakari-lipsey">Jakari Lipsey</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Raw, high-ceiling mutli-sport ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/sidney-rouleau">Sidney Rouleau</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>3.8<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quebecois, revised hgt -2 inches.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OG</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/louis-esposito">Louis Esposito</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>Son of DL coach, standard MW OL.</p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="5"><p>DEFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>DT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/xavier-muhammad">Xavier Muhammad</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Athletic (hoops/track) high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/recarder-kitchen">Recarder Kitchen</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.2<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Taco-like freaky coming of Jr injury.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jayce-brewer">Jayce Brewer</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.9<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>D-Mo'ish 5T, young for his grade.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/ifeanyi-emedobi">Ifeanyi Emedobi</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.8</p></td><td><p>Rising raw speedy Uche freak</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WLB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tank-watson">Tank Watson</a></p></td><td><p>GA</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>(AKA Brayden). Versatile/long OLB/ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/darius-johnson">Darius Johnson</a></p></td><td><p>CA</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Speedy spindly heady high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins">Blake Jenkins</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.0</p></td><td><p>Solid, tall-ish m2m corner w ball skills.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Nk</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tavares-harrington">Tavares Harrington</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.2</p></td><td><p>Big zone CB of unknown speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>FS</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/charles-woodson-jr">Charles Woodson Jr.</a></p></td><td><p>FL</p></td><td><p>3.7<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quick, smart son of the GOAT.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="node__links"> <ul class="links inline"><li class="comment-forbidden"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/login?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">Log in</a> or <a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/register?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">register</a> to post comments</li></ul> </div> <section class="field field--name-comment field--type-comment field--label-hidden comment-wrapper" id="comments"> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="19326" id="comment-245896391" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-trusted_user role-basic_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Roy G. Biv</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781888287"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391#comment-245896391">June 19th, 2026 at 12:58 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-19T16:58:07+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>We will take Andre Weathers level. An NFL guy overshadowed by Chuck (well, obviously) with a huge pick 6/gift against OSU.</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/03/2010</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 9440</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896391&1=default&2=en&3=" token="pe9D5LligMx_SKArN8HoLOqZ5wktsFF2Umoe6r5HDm4"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="40909" id="comment-245896642" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-basic_user role-trusted_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">DanDiego1999</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781973321"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642#comment-245896642">June 20th, 2026 at 12:35 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-20T16:35:21+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>It’s really clear how the new staff has a prototype on the kind of CB recruit they value. Vincent, Jenkins, and Johnson seem like triplets</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/20/2013</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 3112</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896642&1=default&2=en&3=" token="N5z13sW1JdzQwLL506OyvI7ZyMUBtGkjZ8XLT7HtGkk"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </section> <div class="field field--name-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/2027-recruiting" hreflang="en">2027 recruiting</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins" hreflang="en">blake jenkins</a></div> </div> </article> <article> <h1>Hello: Recarder Kitchen</h1> <p>Alex.Drain — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:54:58 +0000</p> <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Hello: Blake Jenkins</span> <div class="field field--name-field-published-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2026-06-19T14:15:44Z" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Alex.Drain</a></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2026-06-19T10:15:44-04:00" title="Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10:15am" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> </picture> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-photo-caption-1 field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">[On3]</div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Michigan picked up a second 4* cornerback for the 2027 recruiting class earlier this month in landing <strong>Blake Jenkins </strong>out of Katy, TX. Today we will look at what he brings to the table: </p><p> </p><p><strong>GURU RATINGS </strong></p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">RATINGS BY SITE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247: 6'1.5/185</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3: 6'0.5/190</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">ESPN: 6'1/190</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 90, #230 Ovr<br>#30 CB, #38 TX</p></td><td><p>3*, 89, NR Ovr<br>#46 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 80, #198 Ovr<br>#24 CB, #34 TX</p></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="https://247sports.com/player/blake-jenkins-46160118/">4.04</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">3.91</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/266201/blake-jenkins">4.10</a></p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">COMPOSITE RANKINGS</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247 Composite</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3 Consensus</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">MGoBlog Avg</p></th><td bgcolor="ffffff" rowspan="3"> </td></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 0.9107, #280 Ovr<br>#33 CB, #43 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 90.34, #260 Ovr<br>#29 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, #402/905 Ovr<br>#38/84 CBs since '90</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>4.11</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Blake Jenkins' ratings look very similar to Darius Johnson's overall, landing in that lower 4*, 200-300ish range on the aggregate rankings. Johnson's had a split with On3 higher tan 247, whereas Jenkins is the reverse but both are 4*s to ESPN. Seth described it as "both CBs are ranked in that Cameron Calhoun/Gemon Green range of borderline 4-star". He also mentioned Andre Weathers as another one in that zone for those of you who remember 1997 (I don't). It puts Jenkins a little notch above the median of all Michigan corners since 1990 in Seth's database, a solidly ranked prospect but nothing incredible. </p><p><strong>[AFTER THE JUMP: solid corner]</strong></p><div id="read-more"></div><p> </p><p><strong>SCOUTING </strong></p><p>I will admit that the scouting on Blake Jenkins is a little more limited than I would like but we have enough to work with on this one to cobble together a Hello post. Let's start with the free 247 scouting report on the player page, this one courtesy of Gabe Brooks. The main takeaway is Jenkins' proficiency in man coverage situations: </p><blockquote><p>- Natural man corner with size and athleticism to match up with outside targets.</p><p>- Displays sudden athleticism in press situations, whether covering short-to-intermediate routes or turning and running downfield.<br>- Frame, athleticism, and technique excel in press coverage, but room to improve awareness in off and zone situations.<br>- P4-caliber corner prospect who owns the potential to become an island technician</p></blockquote><p>I took those bullets out of order but the reason is to illustrate how 4 of the 9 points offered by Brooks involve some reference of man coverage, press coverage, or putting wide receivers on an island. However, it appears that Jenkins may not yet have the turnover abilities you might expect from an alpha dog-esque man coverage corner, as Brooks includes another bullet point that says "Ideally would see more ball production, but capable of finding the ball in the deep third." The scouting report finishes up with some notes about Jenkins' abilities to tackle in the run game and the screen game: </p><blockquote><p>- Willing tackler with a lean, wiry frame that can add mass to enhance finishing strength.<br>- Attacks the screen game.<br>- Forward-playing conviction vs. perimeter run and screen games can periodically cause some less-than-ideal pursuit angles. </p></blockquote><p>That scouting report gives us the most all-around take on Jenkins as a prospect and the remainder of what we have will help us accent what has been said by Brooks. <a href="https://www.on3.com/teams/michigan-wolverines/news/michigan-commit-impact-4-star-cb-blake-jenkins/">Ethan McDowell of On3</a> shouted out Jenkins in press man coverage but didn't seem as concerned about his frame's ability to hold up as a tackler: </p><blockquote><p>Jenkins is a tall, physical cornerback who excels in man coverage ... On tape, his physicality pops. He already has a college-ready frame at 6-0.5, 190 pounds and uses that to his advantage in press coverage ... Jenkins is a very willing tackler and does not shy away from that part of the game. He’s particularly good at avoiding/blowing up blocks to disrupt screen plays</p></blockquote><p>Being a physical man coverage corner is great and all that, but those of us who remember Darion Green-Warren know you have to be able to compete athletically at the collegiate level for any of that to matter. So how does Blake Jenkins size up athletically? McDowell writes the following: </p><blockquote><p>He doesn’t have any recent track times or a verified 40-yard-dash, but he has an unofficial 4.48 on his Rivals profile ... For a taller corner, he still looks twitchy and closes gaps in coverage quickly</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://wolverineswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/wolverines/recruiting/2026/06/05/michigan-football-2027-cb-commit-blake-jenkins-scouting-report-highlights/90420701007/">Isaiah Hole of Wolverines Wire wrote up some notes on Jenkins</a> and didn't seem concerned about athleticism in the slightest: </p><blockquote><p>Is fully capable of going stride for stride with wide receivers, showcasing above-average speed</p></blockquote><p>And the usual praise for Jenkins' coverage abilities, with Hole also seemingly higher on his ball skills than Brooks was: </p><blockquote><p>Has shown the ability to be an elite man-to-man (off-man or press-man) cornerback, well beyond his years. Showcases solid technique and fundamentals in doing so -- somewhat surprising for tape from a then-high school junior.<br>Has good vision and is able to track the ball downfield. Doesn't get too handsy in defending passes, despite being so adept at press-man coverage.</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://247sports.com/article/blake-jenkins-commits-to-michigan-wolverines-add-top247-cb-from-texas-287443520/">Mike Roach of 247 had a little blurb upon Jenkins' commitment to Michigan</a> ($), saying the following: </p><blockquote><p>A long and rangy defensive back who can play on the boundary, Jenkins is built for the Big 10 where he will have some perimeter run responsibility and will have to match up physically with the bigger receivers they will face. Jenkins should be able to make an early impact on special teams and work his way into the corner rotation in his first two years on campus</p></blockquote><p>That note on the timeline is worth including because McDowell said something similar, having written "Given (Jenkins') man coverage skill set and developed frame, he has the chance to carve out a role early on in his collegiate career". </p><p>Altogether, the scouting reports are fairly aligned, other than the fact that no one is really talking much about weaknesses. Some may say Jenkins' athleticism is only okay rather than great. Others say his ball skills could use some work. Others say he could add some muscle and improve in his tackling. But there isn't much consensus on those, unlike the wide consensus about his press coverage abilities, size, and willingness to play with physicality. Higher floor, lower ceiling perhaps? </p><p><strong>OFFERS </strong></p><p>The list of offers for Jenkins' services is decently appetizing. Among power conference teams, the corner held offers from Florida, Oregon, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Missouri, KSU, Pitt, Iowa, UNC, Arkansas, Kansas, Alabama, Mississippi State, Northwestern, Wazzu (used to be P5), and in-state Texas Tech, TCU, and Baylor. The main recruitment came down to a smaller collection of teams than that list, however. Texas gave an offer and Jenkins did visit the Horns once, though I don't know if he was a take. </p><p>The four biggest names were Vandy, SMU, Houston, and Michigan, all solid power conference teams (weird to say about Vandy, but it's true nowadays) who have had top 25 finishes in the final AP poll in the last three seasons. It's tough to tell who was the biggest threat to Michigan in this recruitment, as some suggested Vandy while others argue SMU was the closest late. Either way, Michigan was in pole position in the final weeks thanks to the work of Jernaro Gilford and eventually they wrapped it up. </p><p><strong>HIGH SCHOOL </strong></p><p>Jenkins attends Obra D. Tompkins HS in Katy, Texas, which is referred to on the recruiting sites as "Katy Tompkins". Katy is now essentially a suburb of Houston, though on the border of suburb and exurb located 30 miles from downtown Houston. This makes Jenkins the second commit in the 2027 class to be from the Houston area, joining Xavier Muhammad, although they are from opposite sides of the metro area. Michigan has recent experience getting kids out of Katy, as a young man named Andrew Marsh is also from Katy, although he attended Jordan HS (~3.5 miles from Tompkins). </p><p>Katy is one of those places that has boomed in recent years as Houston and the state of Texas have grown in population. Marsh's HS was founded only in 2020, while Tompkins is a little bit older but not significantly, opening its doors in 2013. Tompkins is a big public high school with over 3,000 students and a rather limited list of alumni so far, although former Alabama QB Jalen Milroe is one of them. The school's motto is "it's a great day to be a falcon", which may well be true although I can say it definitely wasn't during Super Bowl LI (which, wouldn't you know, took place in Houston). </p><p>These Falcons appear just okay, having gone 7-4, 6-5, and 5-5 over the three seasons that Jenkins has been in high school. They compete in Division 6 (class 6 is the highest class), just like Marsh's Katy Jordan, but they have not been a consistently great team. Competitive, but more mediocre than a state contender. </p><p><strong>STATS </strong></p><p>From his 247 page: </p><blockquote><p>2025: Finished junior season with 26 tackles and 2 INTs.<br>2024: Gained varsity experience as a sophomore for a Tompkins team that made a Texas 6A D-II playoff appearance. Recorded 12 tackles, 1 INT, and 4 pass breakups in 5 games.</p></blockquote><p><strong>FAKE 40 TIME </strong></p><p>As stated in the McDowell piece, Jenkins self-reported a 4.48 40 time on his Rivals profile. I haven't seen any other 40 times posted so we have to view that one with extreme skepticism and dole out a healthy three FAKES out of 4 there. Not that it's impossible but we have zero corroboration. </p><p><strong>VIDEO </strong></p><p>Junior highlights: </p><p><strong>ETC </strong></p><p>Lists a 3.3 GPA on his Hudl. There's a personal statement posted on Jenkins' Rivals profile which I assume was meant to be sent to prospective coaches. I will post part of it here, <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">you can look at the rest via this link</a>: </p><blockquote><p>My name is Blake, and I am excited about the opportunity to be part of your team at the collegiate level. My goal is to continue developing as a student-athlete, excelling in both academics and football. I am committed to earning a degree while contributing to the success of your program, both on and off the field. As a Varsity Defensive Back, I’ve learned the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. What sets me apart is my strong work ethic and focus. Whether it’s studying film, improving my technique, or pushing myself in the weight room, I am always looking for ways to grow and elevate my game. I understand that talent alone isn't enough, I believe that my dedication to continuous improvement is what makes me a valuable asset to any team. </p></blockquote><p> </p><p><strong>PREDICTION BASED ON FLIMSY EVIDENCE </strong></p><p>This is pretty milquetoast but I guess Jenkins is fine? I feel like I should say something more flowery but this was a pretty straightforward scouting report without too much spicy content. Jenkins is a corner who appears to be stronger in man coverage situations than zone coverages at this time. He's physical and has requisite size to play in this conference. Willing to compete in the run game and in blowing up screens, Jenkins may need to get a little bigger and improve some of his technique when it comes to playing the ball/tackling angles. But not so much of a project that playing early isn't out of the equation. </p><p>On that note, playing time is available at the corner position beginning in 2027 and that has been one of Jernaro Gilford's top pitches recruiting this cycle. Smith Snowden, Zeke Berry, and Jyaire Hill may all well be out the door after the conclusion of the 2026 season and with Jayden Sanders leaving during the coaching transition, Michigan's corner depth is pretty thin. Shamari Earls will be a starter in '27 we have to imagine and after that it's quite fuzzy. Ernest Nunley is a project, so you're looking at Jamarion Vincent and JoJo Edmond, maybe Jeremiah Lowe and then... ???. There will be opportunities for all the true freshmen to play right away and we'll see if Jenkins is ready for it. </p><p><strong>UPSHOT FOR THE REST OF THE CLASS</strong> </p><p>With Jenkins onboard, Michigan has two corners in the 2027 recruiting class and four DBs in total. Johnson and Jenkins are the corners, while Charles Woodson Jr. is a safety and Tavares Harrington is a versatile player. The assumption has generally been that he is the nickel but Harrington could play safety if that's where the staff feels like they need him. It allows Michigan to be flexible but I think the team needs one more safety/nickel sort of player and then they also remain laser-focused on trying to get a big fish at corner to put next to Johnson and Jenkins. </p><p>The buzz recently has surrounded 5* Joshua Dobson out of North Carolina, who recently visited and Michigan seems to be firmly in contention for. Extracting him from the South will not be easy with Texas A&M and South Carolina the other top two contenders, but the Maize & Blue have done what they need to to give themselves a good shot. I remain skeptical but admit it's now much more real than it previously seemed (I was skeptical about Earls in the 2025 class too, in fairness). Monsana Torbert is another highly touted corner name, though pulling him out of Ohio is equally tricky, while 5* Oklahoma commit Gabe Osborne is someone Sam insists Michigan will keep trying to flip until the end. </p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="5"><p>OFFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>QB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/kamden-lopati">Kamden Lopati</a></p></td><td><p>UT</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Savvy dual-threat built like a LB.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tyson-robinson">Tyson Robinson</a></p></td><td><p>MS</p></td><td><p>4.1</p></td><td><p>Hart-ish small cutter.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/lundon-hampton">Lundon Hampton</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.5</p></td><td><p>Tall, agile ATH (RB/HSP).</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WR</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/quentin-burrell">Quentin Burrell</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.4</p></td><td><p>6'3 w smooth routes, avg speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>TE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/colt-lumpris">Colt Lumpris</a></p></td><td><p>NJ</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>TE/Edge ATH, young, JJ Buchanin-lite.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jakari-lipsey">Jakari Lipsey</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Raw, high-ceiling mutli-sport ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/sidney-rouleau">Sidney Rouleau</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>3.8<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quebecois, revised hgt -2 inches.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OG</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/louis-esposito">Louis Esposito</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>Son of DL coach, standard MW OL.</p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="5"><p>DEFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>DT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/xavier-muhammad">Xavier Muhammad</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Athletic (hoops/track) high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/recarder-kitchen">Recarder Kitchen</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.2<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Taco-like freaky coming of Jr injury.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jayce-brewer">Jayce Brewer</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.9<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>D-Mo'ish 5T, young for his grade.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/ifeanyi-emedobi">Ifeanyi Emedobi</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.8</p></td><td><p>Rising raw speedy Uche freak</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WLB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tank-watson">Tank Watson</a></p></td><td><p>GA</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>(AKA Brayden). Versatile/long OLB/ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/darius-johnson">Darius Johnson</a></p></td><td><p>CA</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Speedy spindly heady high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins">Blake Jenkins</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.0</p></td><td><p>Solid, tall-ish m2m corner w ball skills.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Nk</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tavares-harrington">Tavares Harrington</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.2</p></td><td><p>Big zone CB of unknown speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>FS</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/charles-woodson-jr">Charles Woodson Jr.</a></p></td><td><p>FL</p></td><td><p>3.7<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quick, smart son of the GOAT.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="node__links"> <ul class="links inline"><li class="comment-forbidden"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/login?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">Log in</a> or <a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/register?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">register</a> to post comments</li></ul> </div> <section class="field field--name-comment field--type-comment field--label-hidden comment-wrapper" id="comments"> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="19326" id="comment-245896391" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-trusted_user role-basic_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Roy G. Biv</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781888287"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391#comment-245896391">June 19th, 2026 at 12:58 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-19T16:58:07+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>We will take Andre Weathers level. An NFL guy overshadowed by Chuck (well, obviously) with a huge pick 6/gift against OSU.</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/03/2010</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 9440</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896391&1=default&2=en&3=" token="pe9D5LligMx_SKArN8HoLOqZ5wktsFF2Umoe6r5HDm4"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="40909" id="comment-245896642" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-basic_user role-trusted_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">DanDiego1999</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781973321"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642#comment-245896642">June 20th, 2026 at 12:35 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-20T16:35:21+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>It’s really clear how the new staff has a prototype on the kind of CB recruit they value. Vincent, Jenkins, and Johnson seem like triplets</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/20/2013</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 3112</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896642&1=default&2=en&3=" token="N5z13sW1JdzQwLL506OyvI7ZyMUBtGkjZ8XLT7HtGkk"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </section> <div class="field field--name-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/2027-recruiting" hreflang="en">2027 recruiting</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins" hreflang="en">blake jenkins</a></div> </div> </article> <article> <h1>2026 Recruiting: Ernest Nunley</h1> <p>Seth — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:33:28 +0000</p> <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Hello: Blake Jenkins</span> <div class="field field--name-field-published-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2026-06-19T14:15:44Z" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Alex.Drain</a></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2026-06-19T10:15:44-04:00" title="Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10:15am" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> </picture> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-photo-caption-1 field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">[On3]</div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Michigan picked up a second 4* cornerback for the 2027 recruiting class earlier this month in landing <strong>Blake Jenkins </strong>out of Katy, TX. Today we will look at what he brings to the table: </p><p> </p><p><strong>GURU RATINGS </strong></p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">RATINGS BY SITE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247: 6'1.5/185</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3: 6'0.5/190</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">ESPN: 6'1/190</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 90, #230 Ovr<br>#30 CB, #38 TX</p></td><td><p>3*, 89, NR Ovr<br>#46 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 80, #198 Ovr<br>#24 CB, #34 TX</p></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="https://247sports.com/player/blake-jenkins-46160118/">4.04</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">3.91</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/266201/blake-jenkins">4.10</a></p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">COMPOSITE RANKINGS</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247 Composite</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3 Consensus</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">MGoBlog Avg</p></th><td bgcolor="ffffff" rowspan="3"> </td></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 0.9107, #280 Ovr<br>#33 CB, #43 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 90.34, #260 Ovr<br>#29 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, #402/905 Ovr<br>#38/84 CBs since '90</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>4.11</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Blake Jenkins' ratings look very similar to Darius Johnson's overall, landing in that lower 4*, 200-300ish range on the aggregate rankings. Johnson's had a split with On3 higher tan 247, whereas Jenkins is the reverse but both are 4*s to ESPN. Seth described it as "both CBs are ranked in that Cameron Calhoun/Gemon Green range of borderline 4-star". He also mentioned Andre Weathers as another one in that zone for those of you who remember 1997 (I don't). It puts Jenkins a little notch above the median of all Michigan corners since 1990 in Seth's database, a solidly ranked prospect but nothing incredible. </p><p><strong>[AFTER THE JUMP: solid corner]</strong></p><div id="read-more"></div><p> </p><p><strong>SCOUTING </strong></p><p>I will admit that the scouting on Blake Jenkins is a little more limited than I would like but we have enough to work with on this one to cobble together a Hello post. Let's start with the free 247 scouting report on the player page, this one courtesy of Gabe Brooks. The main takeaway is Jenkins' proficiency in man coverage situations: </p><blockquote><p>- Natural man corner with size and athleticism to match up with outside targets.</p><p>- Displays sudden athleticism in press situations, whether covering short-to-intermediate routes or turning and running downfield.<br>- Frame, athleticism, and technique excel in press coverage, but room to improve awareness in off and zone situations.<br>- P4-caliber corner prospect who owns the potential to become an island technician</p></blockquote><p>I took those bullets out of order but the reason is to illustrate how 4 of the 9 points offered by Brooks involve some reference of man coverage, press coverage, or putting wide receivers on an island. However, it appears that Jenkins may not yet have the turnover abilities you might expect from an alpha dog-esque man coverage corner, as Brooks includes another bullet point that says "Ideally would see more ball production, but capable of finding the ball in the deep third." The scouting report finishes up with some notes about Jenkins' abilities to tackle in the run game and the screen game: </p><blockquote><p>- Willing tackler with a lean, wiry frame that can add mass to enhance finishing strength.<br>- Attacks the screen game.<br>- Forward-playing conviction vs. perimeter run and screen games can periodically cause some less-than-ideal pursuit angles. </p></blockquote><p>That scouting report gives us the most all-around take on Jenkins as a prospect and the remainder of what we have will help us accent what has been said by Brooks. <a href="https://www.on3.com/teams/michigan-wolverines/news/michigan-commit-impact-4-star-cb-blake-jenkins/">Ethan McDowell of On3</a> shouted out Jenkins in press man coverage but didn't seem as concerned about his frame's ability to hold up as a tackler: </p><blockquote><p>Jenkins is a tall, physical cornerback who excels in man coverage ... On tape, his physicality pops. He already has a college-ready frame at 6-0.5, 190 pounds and uses that to his advantage in press coverage ... Jenkins is a very willing tackler and does not shy away from that part of the game. He’s particularly good at avoiding/blowing up blocks to disrupt screen plays</p></blockquote><p>Being a physical man coverage corner is great and all that, but those of us who remember Darion Green-Warren know you have to be able to compete athletically at the collegiate level for any of that to matter. So how does Blake Jenkins size up athletically? McDowell writes the following: </p><blockquote><p>He doesn’t have any recent track times or a verified 40-yard-dash, but he has an unofficial 4.48 on his Rivals profile ... For a taller corner, he still looks twitchy and closes gaps in coverage quickly</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://wolverineswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/wolverines/recruiting/2026/06/05/michigan-football-2027-cb-commit-blake-jenkins-scouting-report-highlights/90420701007/">Isaiah Hole of Wolverines Wire wrote up some notes on Jenkins</a> and didn't seem concerned about athleticism in the slightest: </p><blockquote><p>Is fully capable of going stride for stride with wide receivers, showcasing above-average speed</p></blockquote><p>And the usual praise for Jenkins' coverage abilities, with Hole also seemingly higher on his ball skills than Brooks was: </p><blockquote><p>Has shown the ability to be an elite man-to-man (off-man or press-man) cornerback, well beyond his years. Showcases solid technique and fundamentals in doing so -- somewhat surprising for tape from a then-high school junior.<br>Has good vision and is able to track the ball downfield. Doesn't get too handsy in defending passes, despite being so adept at press-man coverage.</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://247sports.com/article/blake-jenkins-commits-to-michigan-wolverines-add-top247-cb-from-texas-287443520/">Mike Roach of 247 had a little blurb upon Jenkins' commitment to Michigan</a> ($), saying the following: </p><blockquote><p>A long and rangy defensive back who can play on the boundary, Jenkins is built for the Big 10 where he will have some perimeter run responsibility and will have to match up physically with the bigger receivers they will face. Jenkins should be able to make an early impact on special teams and work his way into the corner rotation in his first two years on campus</p></blockquote><p>That note on the timeline is worth including because McDowell said something similar, having written "Given (Jenkins') man coverage skill set and developed frame, he has the chance to carve out a role early on in his collegiate career". </p><p>Altogether, the scouting reports are fairly aligned, other than the fact that no one is really talking much about weaknesses. Some may say Jenkins' athleticism is only okay rather than great. Others say his ball skills could use some work. Others say he could add some muscle and improve in his tackling. But there isn't much consensus on those, unlike the wide consensus about his press coverage abilities, size, and willingness to play with physicality. Higher floor, lower ceiling perhaps? </p><p><strong>OFFERS </strong></p><p>The list of offers for Jenkins' services is decently appetizing. Among power conference teams, the corner held offers from Florida, Oregon, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Missouri, KSU, Pitt, Iowa, UNC, Arkansas, Kansas, Alabama, Mississippi State, Northwestern, Wazzu (used to be P5), and in-state Texas Tech, TCU, and Baylor. The main recruitment came down to a smaller collection of teams than that list, however. Texas gave an offer and Jenkins did visit the Horns once, though I don't know if he was a take. </p><p>The four biggest names were Vandy, SMU, Houston, and Michigan, all solid power conference teams (weird to say about Vandy, but it's true nowadays) who have had top 25 finishes in the final AP poll in the last three seasons. It's tough to tell who was the biggest threat to Michigan in this recruitment, as some suggested Vandy while others argue SMU was the closest late. Either way, Michigan was in pole position in the final weeks thanks to the work of Jernaro Gilford and eventually they wrapped it up. </p><p><strong>HIGH SCHOOL </strong></p><p>Jenkins attends Obra D. Tompkins HS in Katy, Texas, which is referred to on the recruiting sites as "Katy Tompkins". Katy is now essentially a suburb of Houston, though on the border of suburb and exurb located 30 miles from downtown Houston. This makes Jenkins the second commit in the 2027 class to be from the Houston area, joining Xavier Muhammad, although they are from opposite sides of the metro area. Michigan has recent experience getting kids out of Katy, as a young man named Andrew Marsh is also from Katy, although he attended Jordan HS (~3.5 miles from Tompkins). </p><p>Katy is one of those places that has boomed in recent years as Houston and the state of Texas have grown in population. Marsh's HS was founded only in 2020, while Tompkins is a little bit older but not significantly, opening its doors in 2013. Tompkins is a big public high school with over 3,000 students and a rather limited list of alumni so far, although former Alabama QB Jalen Milroe is one of them. The school's motto is "it's a great day to be a falcon", which may well be true although I can say it definitely wasn't during Super Bowl LI (which, wouldn't you know, took place in Houston). </p><p>These Falcons appear just okay, having gone 7-4, 6-5, and 5-5 over the three seasons that Jenkins has been in high school. They compete in Division 6 (class 6 is the highest class), just like Marsh's Katy Jordan, but they have not been a consistently great team. Competitive, but more mediocre than a state contender. </p><p><strong>STATS </strong></p><p>From his 247 page: </p><blockquote><p>2025: Finished junior season with 26 tackles and 2 INTs.<br>2024: Gained varsity experience as a sophomore for a Tompkins team that made a Texas 6A D-II playoff appearance. Recorded 12 tackles, 1 INT, and 4 pass breakups in 5 games.</p></blockquote><p><strong>FAKE 40 TIME </strong></p><p>As stated in the McDowell piece, Jenkins self-reported a 4.48 40 time on his Rivals profile. I haven't seen any other 40 times posted so we have to view that one with extreme skepticism and dole out a healthy three FAKES out of 4 there. Not that it's impossible but we have zero corroboration. </p><p><strong>VIDEO </strong></p><p>Junior highlights: </p><p><strong>ETC </strong></p><p>Lists a 3.3 GPA on his Hudl. There's a personal statement posted on Jenkins' Rivals profile which I assume was meant to be sent to prospective coaches. I will post part of it here, <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">you can look at the rest via this link</a>: </p><blockquote><p>My name is Blake, and I am excited about the opportunity to be part of your team at the collegiate level. My goal is to continue developing as a student-athlete, excelling in both academics and football. I am committed to earning a degree while contributing to the success of your program, both on and off the field. As a Varsity Defensive Back, I’ve learned the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. What sets me apart is my strong work ethic and focus. Whether it’s studying film, improving my technique, or pushing myself in the weight room, I am always looking for ways to grow and elevate my game. I understand that talent alone isn't enough, I believe that my dedication to continuous improvement is what makes me a valuable asset to any team. </p></blockquote><p> </p><p><strong>PREDICTION BASED ON FLIMSY EVIDENCE </strong></p><p>This is pretty milquetoast but I guess Jenkins is fine? I feel like I should say something more flowery but this was a pretty straightforward scouting report without too much spicy content. Jenkins is a corner who appears to be stronger in man coverage situations than zone coverages at this time. He's physical and has requisite size to play in this conference. Willing to compete in the run game and in blowing up screens, Jenkins may need to get a little bigger and improve some of his technique when it comes to playing the ball/tackling angles. But not so much of a project that playing early isn't out of the equation. </p><p>On that note, playing time is available at the corner position beginning in 2027 and that has been one of Jernaro Gilford's top pitches recruiting this cycle. Smith Snowden, Zeke Berry, and Jyaire Hill may all well be out the door after the conclusion of the 2026 season and with Jayden Sanders leaving during the coaching transition, Michigan's corner depth is pretty thin. Shamari Earls will be a starter in '27 we have to imagine and after that it's quite fuzzy. Ernest Nunley is a project, so you're looking at Jamarion Vincent and JoJo Edmond, maybe Jeremiah Lowe and then... ???. There will be opportunities for all the true freshmen to play right away and we'll see if Jenkins is ready for it. </p><p><strong>UPSHOT FOR THE REST OF THE CLASS</strong> </p><p>With Jenkins onboard, Michigan has two corners in the 2027 recruiting class and four DBs in total. Johnson and Jenkins are the corners, while Charles Woodson Jr. is a safety and Tavares Harrington is a versatile player. The assumption has generally been that he is the nickel but Harrington could play safety if that's where the staff feels like they need him. It allows Michigan to be flexible but I think the team needs one more safety/nickel sort of player and then they also remain laser-focused on trying to get a big fish at corner to put next to Johnson and Jenkins. </p><p>The buzz recently has surrounded 5* Joshua Dobson out of North Carolina, who recently visited and Michigan seems to be firmly in contention for. Extracting him from the South will not be easy with Texas A&M and South Carolina the other top two contenders, but the Maize & Blue have done what they need to to give themselves a good shot. I remain skeptical but admit it's now much more real than it previously seemed (I was skeptical about Earls in the 2025 class too, in fairness). Monsana Torbert is another highly touted corner name, though pulling him out of Ohio is equally tricky, while 5* Oklahoma commit Gabe Osborne is someone Sam insists Michigan will keep trying to flip until the end. </p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="5"><p>OFFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>QB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/kamden-lopati">Kamden Lopati</a></p></td><td><p>UT</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Savvy dual-threat built like a LB.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tyson-robinson">Tyson Robinson</a></p></td><td><p>MS</p></td><td><p>4.1</p></td><td><p>Hart-ish small cutter.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/lundon-hampton">Lundon Hampton</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.5</p></td><td><p>Tall, agile ATH (RB/HSP).</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WR</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/quentin-burrell">Quentin Burrell</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.4</p></td><td><p>6'3 w smooth routes, avg speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>TE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/colt-lumpris">Colt Lumpris</a></p></td><td><p>NJ</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>TE/Edge ATH, young, JJ Buchanin-lite.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jakari-lipsey">Jakari Lipsey</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Raw, high-ceiling mutli-sport ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/sidney-rouleau">Sidney Rouleau</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>3.8<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quebecois, revised hgt -2 inches.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OG</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/louis-esposito">Louis Esposito</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>Son of DL coach, standard MW OL.</p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="5"><p>DEFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>DT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/xavier-muhammad">Xavier Muhammad</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Athletic (hoops/track) high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/recarder-kitchen">Recarder Kitchen</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.2<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Taco-like freaky coming of Jr injury.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jayce-brewer">Jayce Brewer</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.9<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>D-Mo'ish 5T, young for his grade.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/ifeanyi-emedobi">Ifeanyi Emedobi</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.8</p></td><td><p>Rising raw speedy Uche freak</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WLB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tank-watson">Tank Watson</a></p></td><td><p>GA</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>(AKA Brayden). Versatile/long OLB/ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/darius-johnson">Darius Johnson</a></p></td><td><p>CA</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Speedy spindly heady high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins">Blake Jenkins</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.0</p></td><td><p>Solid, tall-ish m2m corner w ball skills.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Nk</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tavares-harrington">Tavares Harrington</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.2</p></td><td><p>Big zone CB of unknown speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>FS</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/charles-woodson-jr">Charles Woodson Jr.</a></p></td><td><p>FL</p></td><td><p>3.7<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quick, smart son of the GOAT.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="node__links"> <ul class="links inline"><li class="comment-forbidden"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/login?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">Log in</a> or <a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/register?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">register</a> to post comments</li></ul> </div> <section class="field field--name-comment field--type-comment field--label-hidden comment-wrapper" id="comments"> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="19326" id="comment-245896391" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-trusted_user role-basic_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Roy G. Biv</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781888287"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391#comment-245896391">June 19th, 2026 at 12:58 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-19T16:58:07+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>We will take Andre Weathers level. An NFL guy overshadowed by Chuck (well, obviously) with a huge pick 6/gift against OSU.</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/03/2010</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 9440</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896391&1=default&2=en&3=" token="pe9D5LligMx_SKArN8HoLOqZ5wktsFF2Umoe6r5HDm4"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="40909" id="comment-245896642" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-basic_user role-trusted_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">DanDiego1999</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781973321"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642#comment-245896642">June 20th, 2026 at 12:35 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-20T16:35:21+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>It’s really clear how the new staff has a prototype on the kind of CB recruit they value. Vincent, Jenkins, and Johnson seem like triplets</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/20/2013</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 3112</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896642&1=default&2=en&3=" token="N5z13sW1JdzQwLL506OyvI7ZyMUBtGkjZ8XLT7HtGkk"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </section> <div class="field field--name-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/2027-recruiting" hreflang="en">2027 recruiting</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins" hreflang="en">blake jenkins</a></div> </div> </article> <article> <h1>Hoops Hello: Brandon McCoy</h1> <p>Matt EM — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:37:50 +0000</p> <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Hello: Blake Jenkins</span> <div class="field field--name-field-published-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2026-06-19T14:15:44Z" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Alex.Drain</a></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2026-06-19T10:15:44-04:00" title="Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10:15am" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> </picture> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-photo-caption-1 field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">[On3]</div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Michigan picked up a second 4* cornerback for the 2027 recruiting class earlier this month in landing <strong>Blake Jenkins </strong>out of Katy, TX. Today we will look at what he brings to the table: </p><p> </p><p><strong>GURU RATINGS </strong></p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">RATINGS BY SITE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247: 6'1.5/185</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3: 6'0.5/190</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">ESPN: 6'1/190</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 90, #230 Ovr<br>#30 CB, #38 TX</p></td><td><p>3*, 89, NR Ovr<br>#46 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 80, #198 Ovr<br>#24 CB, #34 TX</p></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="https://247sports.com/player/blake-jenkins-46160118/">4.04</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">3.91</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/266201/blake-jenkins">4.10</a></p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">COMPOSITE RANKINGS</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247 Composite</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3 Consensus</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">MGoBlog Avg</p></th><td bgcolor="ffffff" rowspan="3"> </td></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 0.9107, #280 Ovr<br>#33 CB, #43 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 90.34, #260 Ovr<br>#29 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, #402/905 Ovr<br>#38/84 CBs since '90</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>4.11</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Blake Jenkins' ratings look very similar to Darius Johnson's overall, landing in that lower 4*, 200-300ish range on the aggregate rankings. Johnson's had a split with On3 higher tan 247, whereas Jenkins is the reverse but both are 4*s to ESPN. Seth described it as "both CBs are ranked in that Cameron Calhoun/Gemon Green range of borderline 4-star". He also mentioned Andre Weathers as another one in that zone for those of you who remember 1997 (I don't). It puts Jenkins a little notch above the median of all Michigan corners since 1990 in Seth's database, a solidly ranked prospect but nothing incredible. </p><p><strong>[AFTER THE JUMP: solid corner]</strong></p><div id="read-more"></div><p> </p><p><strong>SCOUTING </strong></p><p>I will admit that the scouting on Blake Jenkins is a little more limited than I would like but we have enough to work with on this one to cobble together a Hello post. Let's start with the free 247 scouting report on the player page, this one courtesy of Gabe Brooks. The main takeaway is Jenkins' proficiency in man coverage situations: </p><blockquote><p>- Natural man corner with size and athleticism to match up with outside targets.</p><p>- Displays sudden athleticism in press situations, whether covering short-to-intermediate routes or turning and running downfield.<br>- Frame, athleticism, and technique excel in press coverage, but room to improve awareness in off and zone situations.<br>- P4-caliber corner prospect who owns the potential to become an island technician</p></blockquote><p>I took those bullets out of order but the reason is to illustrate how 4 of the 9 points offered by Brooks involve some reference of man coverage, press coverage, or putting wide receivers on an island. However, it appears that Jenkins may not yet have the turnover abilities you might expect from an alpha dog-esque man coverage corner, as Brooks includes another bullet point that says "Ideally would see more ball production, but capable of finding the ball in the deep third." The scouting report finishes up with some notes about Jenkins' abilities to tackle in the run game and the screen game: </p><blockquote><p>- Willing tackler with a lean, wiry frame that can add mass to enhance finishing strength.<br>- Attacks the screen game.<br>- Forward-playing conviction vs. perimeter run and screen games can periodically cause some less-than-ideal pursuit angles. </p></blockquote><p>That scouting report gives us the most all-around take on Jenkins as a prospect and the remainder of what we have will help us accent what has been said by Brooks. <a href="https://www.on3.com/teams/michigan-wolverines/news/michigan-commit-impact-4-star-cb-blake-jenkins/">Ethan McDowell of On3</a> shouted out Jenkins in press man coverage but didn't seem as concerned about his frame's ability to hold up as a tackler: </p><blockquote><p>Jenkins is a tall, physical cornerback who excels in man coverage ... On tape, his physicality pops. He already has a college-ready frame at 6-0.5, 190 pounds and uses that to his advantage in press coverage ... Jenkins is a very willing tackler and does not shy away from that part of the game. He’s particularly good at avoiding/blowing up blocks to disrupt screen plays</p></blockquote><p>Being a physical man coverage corner is great and all that, but those of us who remember Darion Green-Warren know you have to be able to compete athletically at the collegiate level for any of that to matter. So how does Blake Jenkins size up athletically? McDowell writes the following: </p><blockquote><p>He doesn’t have any recent track times or a verified 40-yard-dash, but he has an unofficial 4.48 on his Rivals profile ... For a taller corner, he still looks twitchy and closes gaps in coverage quickly</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://wolverineswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/wolverines/recruiting/2026/06/05/michigan-football-2027-cb-commit-blake-jenkins-scouting-report-highlights/90420701007/">Isaiah Hole of Wolverines Wire wrote up some notes on Jenkins</a> and didn't seem concerned about athleticism in the slightest: </p><blockquote><p>Is fully capable of going stride for stride with wide receivers, showcasing above-average speed</p></blockquote><p>And the usual praise for Jenkins' coverage abilities, with Hole also seemingly higher on his ball skills than Brooks was: </p><blockquote><p>Has shown the ability to be an elite man-to-man (off-man or press-man) cornerback, well beyond his years. Showcases solid technique and fundamentals in doing so -- somewhat surprising for tape from a then-high school junior.<br>Has good vision and is able to track the ball downfield. Doesn't get too handsy in defending passes, despite being so adept at press-man coverage.</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://247sports.com/article/blake-jenkins-commits-to-michigan-wolverines-add-top247-cb-from-texas-287443520/">Mike Roach of 247 had a little blurb upon Jenkins' commitment to Michigan</a> ($), saying the following: </p><blockquote><p>A long and rangy defensive back who can play on the boundary, Jenkins is built for the Big 10 where he will have some perimeter run responsibility and will have to match up physically with the bigger receivers they will face. Jenkins should be able to make an early impact on special teams and work his way into the corner rotation in his first two years on campus</p></blockquote><p>That note on the timeline is worth including because McDowell said something similar, having written "Given (Jenkins') man coverage skill set and developed frame, he has the chance to carve out a role early on in his collegiate career". </p><p>Altogether, the scouting reports are fairly aligned, other than the fact that no one is really talking much about weaknesses. Some may say Jenkins' athleticism is only okay rather than great. Others say his ball skills could use some work. Others say he could add some muscle and improve in his tackling. But there isn't much consensus on those, unlike the wide consensus about his press coverage abilities, size, and willingness to play with physicality. Higher floor, lower ceiling perhaps? </p><p><strong>OFFERS </strong></p><p>The list of offers for Jenkins' services is decently appetizing. Among power conference teams, the corner held offers from Florida, Oregon, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Missouri, KSU, Pitt, Iowa, UNC, Arkansas, Kansas, Alabama, Mississippi State, Northwestern, Wazzu (used to be P5), and in-state Texas Tech, TCU, and Baylor. The main recruitment came down to a smaller collection of teams than that list, however. Texas gave an offer and Jenkins did visit the Horns once, though I don't know if he was a take. </p><p>The four biggest names were Vandy, SMU, Houston, and Michigan, all solid power conference teams (weird to say about Vandy, but it's true nowadays) who have had top 25 finishes in the final AP poll in the last three seasons. It's tough to tell who was the biggest threat to Michigan in this recruitment, as some suggested Vandy while others argue SMU was the closest late. Either way, Michigan was in pole position in the final weeks thanks to the work of Jernaro Gilford and eventually they wrapped it up. </p><p><strong>HIGH SCHOOL </strong></p><p>Jenkins attends Obra D. Tompkins HS in Katy, Texas, which is referred to on the recruiting sites as "Katy Tompkins". Katy is now essentially a suburb of Houston, though on the border of suburb and exurb located 30 miles from downtown Houston. This makes Jenkins the second commit in the 2027 class to be from the Houston area, joining Xavier Muhammad, although they are from opposite sides of the metro area. Michigan has recent experience getting kids out of Katy, as a young man named Andrew Marsh is also from Katy, although he attended Jordan HS (~3.5 miles from Tompkins). </p><p>Katy is one of those places that has boomed in recent years as Houston and the state of Texas have grown in population. Marsh's HS was founded only in 2020, while Tompkins is a little bit older but not significantly, opening its doors in 2013. Tompkins is a big public high school with over 3,000 students and a rather limited list of alumni so far, although former Alabama QB Jalen Milroe is one of them. The school's motto is "it's a great day to be a falcon", which may well be true although I can say it definitely wasn't during Super Bowl LI (which, wouldn't you know, took place in Houston). </p><p>These Falcons appear just okay, having gone 7-4, 6-5, and 5-5 over the three seasons that Jenkins has been in high school. They compete in Division 6 (class 6 is the highest class), just like Marsh's Katy Jordan, but they have not been a consistently great team. Competitive, but more mediocre than a state contender. </p><p><strong>STATS </strong></p><p>From his 247 page: </p><blockquote><p>2025: Finished junior season with 26 tackles and 2 INTs.<br>2024: Gained varsity experience as a sophomore for a Tompkins team that made a Texas 6A D-II playoff appearance. Recorded 12 tackles, 1 INT, and 4 pass breakups in 5 games.</p></blockquote><p><strong>FAKE 40 TIME </strong></p><p>As stated in the McDowell piece, Jenkins self-reported a 4.48 40 time on his Rivals profile. I haven't seen any other 40 times posted so we have to view that one with extreme skepticism and dole out a healthy three FAKES out of 4 there. Not that it's impossible but we have zero corroboration. </p><p><strong>VIDEO </strong></p><p>Junior highlights: </p><p><strong>ETC </strong></p><p>Lists a 3.3 GPA on his Hudl. There's a personal statement posted on Jenkins' Rivals profile which I assume was meant to be sent to prospective coaches. I will post part of it here, <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">you can look at the rest via this link</a>: </p><blockquote><p>My name is Blake, and I am excited about the opportunity to be part of your team at the collegiate level. My goal is to continue developing as a student-athlete, excelling in both academics and football. I am committed to earning a degree while contributing to the success of your program, both on and off the field. As a Varsity Defensive Back, I’ve learned the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. What sets me apart is my strong work ethic and focus. Whether it’s studying film, improving my technique, or pushing myself in the weight room, I am always looking for ways to grow and elevate my game. I understand that talent alone isn't enough, I believe that my dedication to continuous improvement is what makes me a valuable asset to any team. </p></blockquote><p> </p><p><strong>PREDICTION BASED ON FLIMSY EVIDENCE </strong></p><p>This is pretty milquetoast but I guess Jenkins is fine? I feel like I should say something more flowery but this was a pretty straightforward scouting report without too much spicy content. Jenkins is a corner who appears to be stronger in man coverage situations than zone coverages at this time. He's physical and has requisite size to play in this conference. Willing to compete in the run game and in blowing up screens, Jenkins may need to get a little bigger and improve some of his technique when it comes to playing the ball/tackling angles. But not so much of a project that playing early isn't out of the equation. </p><p>On that note, playing time is available at the corner position beginning in 2027 and that has been one of Jernaro Gilford's top pitches recruiting this cycle. Smith Snowden, Zeke Berry, and Jyaire Hill may all well be out the door after the conclusion of the 2026 season and with Jayden Sanders leaving during the coaching transition, Michigan's corner depth is pretty thin. Shamari Earls will be a starter in '27 we have to imagine and after that it's quite fuzzy. Ernest Nunley is a project, so you're looking at Jamarion Vincent and JoJo Edmond, maybe Jeremiah Lowe and then... ???. There will be opportunities for all the true freshmen to play right away and we'll see if Jenkins is ready for it. </p><p><strong>UPSHOT FOR THE REST OF THE CLASS</strong> </p><p>With Jenkins onboard, Michigan has two corners in the 2027 recruiting class and four DBs in total. Johnson and Jenkins are the corners, while Charles Woodson Jr. is a safety and Tavares Harrington is a versatile player. The assumption has generally been that he is the nickel but Harrington could play safety if that's where the staff feels like they need him. It allows Michigan to be flexible but I think the team needs one more safety/nickel sort of player and then they also remain laser-focused on trying to get a big fish at corner to put next to Johnson and Jenkins. </p><p>The buzz recently has surrounded 5* Joshua Dobson out of North Carolina, who recently visited and Michigan seems to be firmly in contention for. Extracting him from the South will not be easy with Texas A&M and South Carolina the other top two contenders, but the Maize & Blue have done what they need to to give themselves a good shot. I remain skeptical but admit it's now much more real than it previously seemed (I was skeptical about Earls in the 2025 class too, in fairness). Monsana Torbert is another highly touted corner name, though pulling him out of Ohio is equally tricky, while 5* Oklahoma commit Gabe Osborne is someone Sam insists Michigan will keep trying to flip until the end. </p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="5"><p>OFFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>QB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/kamden-lopati">Kamden Lopati</a></p></td><td><p>UT</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Savvy dual-threat built like a LB.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tyson-robinson">Tyson Robinson</a></p></td><td><p>MS</p></td><td><p>4.1</p></td><td><p>Hart-ish small cutter.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/lundon-hampton">Lundon Hampton</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.5</p></td><td><p>Tall, agile ATH (RB/HSP).</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WR</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/quentin-burrell">Quentin Burrell</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.4</p></td><td><p>6'3 w smooth routes, avg speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>TE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/colt-lumpris">Colt Lumpris</a></p></td><td><p>NJ</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>TE/Edge ATH, young, JJ Buchanin-lite.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jakari-lipsey">Jakari Lipsey</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Raw, high-ceiling mutli-sport ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/sidney-rouleau">Sidney Rouleau</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>3.8<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quebecois, revised hgt -2 inches.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OG</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/louis-esposito">Louis Esposito</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>Son of DL coach, standard MW OL.</p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="5"><p>DEFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>DT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/xavier-muhammad">Xavier Muhammad</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Athletic (hoops/track) high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/recarder-kitchen">Recarder Kitchen</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.2<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Taco-like freaky coming of Jr injury.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jayce-brewer">Jayce Brewer</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.9<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>D-Mo'ish 5T, young for his grade.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/ifeanyi-emedobi">Ifeanyi Emedobi</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.8</p></td><td><p>Rising raw speedy Uche freak</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WLB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tank-watson">Tank Watson</a></p></td><td><p>GA</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>(AKA Brayden). Versatile/long OLB/ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/darius-johnson">Darius Johnson</a></p></td><td><p>CA</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Speedy spindly heady high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins">Blake Jenkins</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.0</p></td><td><p>Solid, tall-ish m2m corner w ball skills.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Nk</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tavares-harrington">Tavares Harrington</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.2</p></td><td><p>Big zone CB of unknown speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>FS</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/charles-woodson-jr">Charles Woodson Jr.</a></p></td><td><p>FL</p></td><td><p>3.7<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quick, smart son of the GOAT.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="node__links"> <ul class="links inline"><li class="comment-forbidden"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/login?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">Log in</a> or <a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/register?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">register</a> to post comments</li></ul> </div> <section class="field field--name-comment field--type-comment field--label-hidden comment-wrapper" id="comments"> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="19326" id="comment-245896391" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-trusted_user role-basic_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Roy G. Biv</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781888287"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391#comment-245896391">June 19th, 2026 at 12:58 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-19T16:58:07+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>We will take Andre Weathers level. An NFL guy overshadowed by Chuck (well, obviously) with a huge pick 6/gift against OSU.</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/03/2010</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 9440</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896391&1=default&2=en&3=" token="pe9D5LligMx_SKArN8HoLOqZ5wktsFF2Umoe6r5HDm4"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="40909" id="comment-245896642" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-basic_user role-trusted_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">DanDiego1999</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781973321"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642#comment-245896642">June 20th, 2026 at 12:35 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-20T16:35:21+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>It’s really clear how the new staff has a prototype on the kind of CB recruit they value. Vincent, Jenkins, and Johnson seem like triplets</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/20/2013</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 3112</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896642&1=default&2=en&3=" token="N5z13sW1JdzQwLL506OyvI7ZyMUBtGkjZ8XLT7HtGkk"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </section> <div class="field field--name-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/2027-recruiting" hreflang="en">2027 recruiting</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins" hreflang="en">blake jenkins</a></div> </div> </article> <article> <h1>VALIANT IS HAPPENING</h1> <p>Seth — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:08:34 +0000</p> <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">Hello: Blake Jenkins</span> <div class="field field--name-field-published-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2026-06-19T14:15:44Z" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </div> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/alexdrain" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Alex.Drain</a></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2026-06-19T10:15:44-04:00" title="Friday, June 19, 2026 - 10:15am" class="datetime">June 19th, 2026 at 10:15 AM</time> </span> <div class="field field--name-field-image field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> </picture> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-photo-caption-1 field--type-string field--label-hidden field__item">[On3]</div> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>Michigan picked up a second 4* cornerback for the 2027 recruiting class earlier this month in landing <strong>Blake Jenkins </strong>out of Katy, TX. Today we will look at what he brings to the table: </p><p> </p><p><strong>GURU RATINGS </strong></p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">RATINGS BY SITE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247: 6'1.5/185</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3: 6'0.5/190</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">ESPN: 6'1/190</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 90, #230 Ovr<br>#30 CB, #38 TX</p></td><td><p>3*, 89, NR Ovr<br>#46 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 80, #198 Ovr<br>#24 CB, #34 TX</p></td></tr><tr><td><p><a href="https://247sports.com/player/blake-jenkins-46160118/">4.04</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">3.91</a></p></td><td><p><a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/266201/blake-jenkins">4.10</a></p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="3"><p class="text-align-center">COMPOSITE RANKINGS</p></th></tr><tr><th><p class="text-align-center">247 Composite</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">On3 Consensus</p></th><th><p class="text-align-center">MGoBlog Avg</p></th><td bgcolor="ffffff" rowspan="3"> </td></tr><tr><td><p>4*, 0.9107, #280 Ovr<br>#33 CB, #43 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, 90.34, #260 Ovr<br>#29 CB, #53 TX</p></td><td><p>4*, #402/905 Ovr<br>#38/84 CBs since '90</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>4.11</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td><td><p>4.03</p></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Blake Jenkins' ratings look very similar to Darius Johnson's overall, landing in that lower 4*, 200-300ish range on the aggregate rankings. Johnson's had a split with On3 higher tan 247, whereas Jenkins is the reverse but both are 4*s to ESPN. Seth described it as "both CBs are ranked in that Cameron Calhoun/Gemon Green range of borderline 4-star". He also mentioned Andre Weathers as another one in that zone for those of you who remember 1997 (I don't). It puts Jenkins a little notch above the median of all Michigan corners since 1990 in Seth's database, a solidly ranked prospect but nothing incredible. </p><p><strong>[AFTER THE JUMP: solid corner]</strong></p><div id="read-more"></div><p> </p><p><strong>SCOUTING </strong></p><p>I will admit that the scouting on Blake Jenkins is a little more limited than I would like but we have enough to work with on this one to cobble together a Hello post. Let's start with the free 247 scouting report on the player page, this one courtesy of Gabe Brooks. The main takeaway is Jenkins' proficiency in man coverage situations: </p><blockquote><p>- Natural man corner with size and athleticism to match up with outside targets.</p><p>- Displays sudden athleticism in press situations, whether covering short-to-intermediate routes or turning and running downfield.<br>- Frame, athleticism, and technique excel in press coverage, but room to improve awareness in off and zone situations.<br>- P4-caliber corner prospect who owns the potential to become an island technician</p></blockquote><p>I took those bullets out of order but the reason is to illustrate how 4 of the 9 points offered by Brooks involve some reference of man coverage, press coverage, or putting wide receivers on an island. However, it appears that Jenkins may not yet have the turnover abilities you might expect from an alpha dog-esque man coverage corner, as Brooks includes another bullet point that says "Ideally would see more ball production, but capable of finding the ball in the deep third." The scouting report finishes up with some notes about Jenkins' abilities to tackle in the run game and the screen game: </p><blockquote><p>- Willing tackler with a lean, wiry frame that can add mass to enhance finishing strength.<br>- Attacks the screen game.<br>- Forward-playing conviction vs. perimeter run and screen games can periodically cause some less-than-ideal pursuit angles. </p></blockquote><p>That scouting report gives us the most all-around take on Jenkins as a prospect and the remainder of what we have will help us accent what has been said by Brooks. <a href="https://www.on3.com/teams/michigan-wolverines/news/michigan-commit-impact-4-star-cb-blake-jenkins/">Ethan McDowell of On3</a> shouted out Jenkins in press man coverage but didn't seem as concerned about his frame's ability to hold up as a tackler: </p><blockquote><p>Jenkins is a tall, physical cornerback who excels in man coverage ... On tape, his physicality pops. He already has a college-ready frame at 6-0.5, 190 pounds and uses that to his advantage in press coverage ... Jenkins is a very willing tackler and does not shy away from that part of the game. He’s particularly good at avoiding/blowing up blocks to disrupt screen plays</p></blockquote><p>Being a physical man coverage corner is great and all that, but those of us who remember Darion Green-Warren know you have to be able to compete athletically at the collegiate level for any of that to matter. So how does Blake Jenkins size up athletically? McDowell writes the following: </p><blockquote><p>He doesn’t have any recent track times or a verified 40-yard-dash, but he has an unofficial 4.48 on his Rivals profile ... For a taller corner, he still looks twitchy and closes gaps in coverage quickly</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://wolverineswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/wolverines/recruiting/2026/06/05/michigan-football-2027-cb-commit-blake-jenkins-scouting-report-highlights/90420701007/">Isaiah Hole of Wolverines Wire wrote up some notes on Jenkins</a> and didn't seem concerned about athleticism in the slightest: </p><blockquote><p>Is fully capable of going stride for stride with wide receivers, showcasing above-average speed</p></blockquote><p>And the usual praise for Jenkins' coverage abilities, with Hole also seemingly higher on his ball skills than Brooks was: </p><blockquote><p>Has shown the ability to be an elite man-to-man (off-man or press-man) cornerback, well beyond his years. Showcases solid technique and fundamentals in doing so -- somewhat surprising for tape from a then-high school junior.<br>Has good vision and is able to track the ball downfield. Doesn't get too handsy in defending passes, despite being so adept at press-man coverage.</p></blockquote><p><a href="https://247sports.com/article/blake-jenkins-commits-to-michigan-wolverines-add-top247-cb-from-texas-287443520/">Mike Roach of 247 had a little blurb upon Jenkins' commitment to Michigan</a> ($), saying the following: </p><blockquote><p>A long and rangy defensive back who can play on the boundary, Jenkins is built for the Big 10 where he will have some perimeter run responsibility and will have to match up physically with the bigger receivers they will face. Jenkins should be able to make an early impact on special teams and work his way into the corner rotation in his first two years on campus</p></blockquote><p>That note on the timeline is worth including because McDowell said something similar, having written "Given (Jenkins') man coverage skill set and developed frame, he has the chance to carve out a role early on in his collegiate career". </p><p>Altogether, the scouting reports are fairly aligned, other than the fact that no one is really talking much about weaknesses. Some may say Jenkins' athleticism is only okay rather than great. Others say his ball skills could use some work. Others say he could add some muscle and improve in his tackling. But there isn't much consensus on those, unlike the wide consensus about his press coverage abilities, size, and willingness to play with physicality. Higher floor, lower ceiling perhaps? </p><p><strong>OFFERS </strong></p><p>The list of offers for Jenkins' services is decently appetizing. Among power conference teams, the corner held offers from Florida, Oregon, Ole Miss, Kentucky, Missouri, KSU, Pitt, Iowa, UNC, Arkansas, Kansas, Alabama, Mississippi State, Northwestern, Wazzu (used to be P5), and in-state Texas Tech, TCU, and Baylor. The main recruitment came down to a smaller collection of teams than that list, however. Texas gave an offer and Jenkins did visit the Horns once, though I don't know if he was a take. </p><p>The four biggest names were Vandy, SMU, Houston, and Michigan, all solid power conference teams (weird to say about Vandy, but it's true nowadays) who have had top 25 finishes in the final AP poll in the last three seasons. It's tough to tell who was the biggest threat to Michigan in this recruitment, as some suggested Vandy while others argue SMU was the closest late. Either way, Michigan was in pole position in the final weeks thanks to the work of Jernaro Gilford and eventually they wrapped it up. </p><p><strong>HIGH SCHOOL </strong></p><p>Jenkins attends Obra D. Tompkins HS in Katy, Texas, which is referred to on the recruiting sites as "Katy Tompkins". Katy is now essentially a suburb of Houston, though on the border of suburb and exurb located 30 miles from downtown Houston. This makes Jenkins the second commit in the 2027 class to be from the Houston area, joining Xavier Muhammad, although they are from opposite sides of the metro area. Michigan has recent experience getting kids out of Katy, as a young man named Andrew Marsh is also from Katy, although he attended Jordan HS (~3.5 miles from Tompkins). </p><p>Katy is one of those places that has boomed in recent years as Houston and the state of Texas have grown in population. Marsh's HS was founded only in 2020, while Tompkins is a little bit older but not significantly, opening its doors in 2013. Tompkins is a big public high school with over 3,000 students and a rather limited list of alumni so far, although former Alabama QB Jalen Milroe is one of them. The school's motto is "it's a great day to be a falcon", which may well be true although I can say it definitely wasn't during Super Bowl LI (which, wouldn't you know, took place in Houston). </p><p>These Falcons appear just okay, having gone 7-4, 6-5, and 5-5 over the three seasons that Jenkins has been in high school. They compete in Division 6 (class 6 is the highest class), just like Marsh's Katy Jordan, but they have not been a consistently great team. Competitive, but more mediocre than a state contender. </p><p><strong>STATS </strong></p><p>From his 247 page: </p><blockquote><p>2025: Finished junior season with 26 tackles and 2 INTs.<br>2024: Gained varsity experience as a sophomore for a Tompkins team that made a Texas 6A D-II playoff appearance. Recorded 12 tackles, 1 INT, and 4 pass breakups in 5 games.</p></blockquote><p><strong>FAKE 40 TIME </strong></p><p>As stated in the McDowell piece, Jenkins self-reported a 4.48 40 time on his Rivals profile. I haven't seen any other 40 times posted so we have to view that one with extreme skepticism and dole out a healthy three FAKES out of 4 there. Not that it's impossible but we have zero corroboration. </p><p><strong>VIDEO </strong></p><p>Junior highlights: </p><p><strong>ETC </strong></p><p>Lists a 3.3 GPA on his Hudl. There's a personal statement posted on Jenkins' Rivals profile which I assume was meant to be sent to prospective coaches. I will post part of it here, <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/blake-jenkins-258971/">you can look at the rest via this link</a>: </p><blockquote><p>My name is Blake, and I am excited about the opportunity to be part of your team at the collegiate level. My goal is to continue developing as a student-athlete, excelling in both academics and football. I am committed to earning a degree while contributing to the success of your program, both on and off the field. As a Varsity Defensive Back, I’ve learned the importance of discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. What sets me apart is my strong work ethic and focus. Whether it’s studying film, improving my technique, or pushing myself in the weight room, I am always looking for ways to grow and elevate my game. I understand that talent alone isn't enough, I believe that my dedication to continuous improvement is what makes me a valuable asset to any team. </p></blockquote><p> </p><p><strong>PREDICTION BASED ON FLIMSY EVIDENCE </strong></p><p>This is pretty milquetoast but I guess Jenkins is fine? I feel like I should say something more flowery but this was a pretty straightforward scouting report without too much spicy content. Jenkins is a corner who appears to be stronger in man coverage situations than zone coverages at this time. He's physical and has requisite size to play in this conference. Willing to compete in the run game and in blowing up screens, Jenkins may need to get a little bigger and improve some of his technique when it comes to playing the ball/tackling angles. But not so much of a project that playing early isn't out of the equation. </p><p>On that note, playing time is available at the corner position beginning in 2027 and that has been one of Jernaro Gilford's top pitches recruiting this cycle. Smith Snowden, Zeke Berry, and Jyaire Hill may all well be out the door after the conclusion of the 2026 season and with Jayden Sanders leaving during the coaching transition, Michigan's corner depth is pretty thin. Shamari Earls will be a starter in '27 we have to imagine and after that it's quite fuzzy. Ernest Nunley is a project, so you're looking at Jamarion Vincent and JoJo Edmond, maybe Jeremiah Lowe and then... ???. There will be opportunities for all the true freshmen to play right away and we'll see if Jenkins is ready for it. </p><p><strong>UPSHOT FOR THE REST OF THE CLASS</strong> </p><p>With Jenkins onboard, Michigan has two corners in the 2027 recruiting class and four DBs in total. Johnson and Jenkins are the corners, while Charles Woodson Jr. is a safety and Tavares Harrington is a versatile player. The assumption has generally been that he is the nickel but Harrington could play safety if that's where the staff feels like they need him. It allows Michigan to be flexible but I think the team needs one more safety/nickel sort of player and then they also remain laser-focused on trying to get a big fish at corner to put next to Johnson and Jenkins. </p><p>The buzz recently has surrounded 5* Joshua Dobson out of North Carolina, who recently visited and Michigan seems to be firmly in contention for. Extracting him from the South will not be easy with Texas A&M and South Carolina the other top two contenders, but the Maize & Blue have done what they need to to give themselves a good shot. I remain skeptical but admit it's now much more real than it previously seemed (I was skeptical about Earls in the 2025 class too, in fairness). Monsana Torbert is another highly touted corner name, though pulling him out of Ohio is equally tricky, while 5* Oklahoma commit Gabe Osborne is someone Sam insists Michigan will keep trying to flip until the end. </p><table><tbody><tr><th colspan="5"><p>OFFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>QB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/kamden-lopati">Kamden Lopati</a></p></td><td><p>UT</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Savvy dual-threat built like a LB.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tyson-robinson">Tyson Robinson</a></p></td><td><p>MS</p></td><td><p>4.1</p></td><td><p>Hart-ish small cutter.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>RB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/lundon-hampton">Lundon Hampton</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.5</p></td><td><p>Tall, agile ATH (RB/HSP).</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WR</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/quentin-burrell">Quentin Burrell</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.4</p></td><td><p>6'3 w smooth routes, avg speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>TE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/colt-lumpris">Colt Lumpris</a></p></td><td><p>NJ</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>TE/Edge ATH, young, JJ Buchanin-lite.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jakari-lipsey">Jakari Lipsey</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Raw, high-ceiling mutli-sport ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/sidney-rouleau">Sidney Rouleau</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>3.8<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quebecois, revised hgt -2 inches.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>OG</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/louis-esposito">Louis Esposito</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>Son of DL coach, standard MW OL.</p></td></tr><tr><th colspan="5"><p>DEFENSE</p></th></tr><tr><th><p>Pos</p></th><th><p>Player</p></th><th><p>State</p></th><th><p>Stars</p></th><th><p>In a nutshell</p></th></tr><tr><td><p>DT</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/xavier-muhammad">Xavier Muhammad</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.3</p></td><td><p>Athletic (hoops/track) high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/recarder-kitchen">Recarder Kitchen</a></p></td><td><p>MI</p></td><td><p>4.2<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Taco-like freaky coming of Jr injury.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/jayce-brewer">Jayce Brewer</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.9<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>D-Mo'ish 5T, young for his grade.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>DE</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/ifeanyi-emedobi">Ifeanyi Emedobi</a></p></td><td><p>IN</p></td><td><p>3.8</p></td><td><p>Rising raw speedy Uche freak</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>WLB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tank-watson">Tank Watson</a></p></td><td><p>GA</p></td><td><p>3.7</p></td><td><p>(AKA Brayden). Versatile/long OLB/ATH.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/darius-johnson">Darius Johnson</a></p></td><td><p>CA</p></td><td><p>4.0<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Speedy spindly heady high ceiling.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>CB</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins">Blake Jenkins</a></p></td><td><p>TX</p></td><td><p>4.0</p></td><td><p>Solid, tall-ish m2m corner w ball skills.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>Nk</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/tavares-harrington">Tavares Harrington</a></p></td><td><p>IL</p></td><td><p>4.2</p></td><td><p>Big zone CB of unknown speed.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p>FS</p></td><td><p><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/charles-woodson-jr">Charles Woodson Jr.</a></p></td><td><p>FL</p></td><td><p>3.7<font color="#c00000"><strong>⬇⬇</strong></font></p></td><td><p>Quick, smart son of the GOAT.</p></td></tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="node__links"> <ul class="links inline"><li class="comment-forbidden"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/login?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">Log in</a> or <a href="https://mgoblog.com/user/register?destination=/content/hello-blake-jenkins%23comment-form">register</a> to post comments</li></ul> </div> <section class="field field--name-comment field--type-comment field--label-hidden comment-wrapper" id="comments"> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="19326" id="comment-245896391" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-trusted_user role-basic_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/roy-g-biv" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">Roy G. Biv</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781888287"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896391#comment-245896391">June 19th, 2026 at 12:58 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-19T16:58:07+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>We will take Andre Weathers level. An NFL guy overshadowed by Chuck (well, obviously) with a huge pick 6/gift against OSU.</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/03/2010</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 9440</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896391&1=default&2=en&3=" token="pe9D5LligMx_SKArN8HoLOqZ5wktsFF2Umoe6r5HDm4"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> <article role="article" data-comment-user-id="40909" id="comment-245896642" about="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642" typeof="schema:Comment" class="comment js-comment clearfix role-basic_user role-trusted_user"> <footer class="comment__meta"> <article typeof="schema:Person" about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" class="profile"> <div class="field field--name-user-picture field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" hreflang="en"> </a> </div> </article> </footer> <div class="comment__content"> <div data-history-node-id="171660"> <p class="comment__author"><span rel="schema:author"><a title="View user profile." href="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" lang about="https://mgoblog.com/users/dandiego1999" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype class="username">DanDiego1999</a></span> <mark class="hidden" data-comment-timestamp="1781973321"></mark></p> <p class="comment__time"> <a href="https://mgoblog.com/comment/245896642#comment-245896642">June 20th, 2026 at 12:35 PM <span property="schema:dateCreated" content="2026-06-20T16:35:21+00:00" class="rdf-meta hidden"></span> </a> <span class="collapse">^</span> </p> <div property="schema:text" class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-comment-body field--type-text-long field--label-hidden field__item"><p>It’s really clear how the new staff has a prototype on the kind of CB recruit they value. Vincent, Jenkins, and Johnson seem like triplets</p></div> <div class="comment__footer"> <div class="comment__user-data"> <p class="joined"><strong>Joined:</strong> 09/20/2013</p> <p class="mgopoints"> <strong>MGoPoints:</strong> 3112</p> </div> <div class="comment__actions"> <drupal-render-placeholder callback="comment.lazy_builders:renderLinks" arguments="0=245896642&1=default&2=en&3=" token="N5z13sW1JdzQwLL506OyvI7ZyMUBtGkjZ8XLT7HtGkk"></drupal-render-placeholder> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> </section> <div class="field field--name-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/2027-recruiting" hreflang="en">2027 recruiting</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://mgoblog.com/category/tags/blake-jenkins" hreflang="en">blake jenkins</a></div> </div> </article> </main></body></html>