Michigan Lands Elite 2026 Recruit Lincoln Cosby

Cosby reclassifies from 2027 class to join Wolverines' top-ranked 2026 recruiting haul.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Michigan Wolverines have landed a commitment from Montverde Academy (FL) forward Lincoln Cosby, a top recruit who has reclassified from the 2027 class to the 2026 cycle. Cosby is ranked as the No. 22 overall player in the 2026 class and the No. 7 small forward.

Why it matters

Securing a commitment from a highly-touted prospect like Cosby is a major coup for the Wolverines, who are building an impressive 2026 recruiting class. Cosby's versatility and skill set are expected to be a great fit in Michigan's system under head coach Dusty May.

The details

Cosby was originally ranked as the No. 9 recruit in the 2027 class before reclassifying up a year. He is now the fifth member of Michigan's 2026 recruiting class, joining four other highly-ranked prospects: forward Quinn Costello, guards Joseph Hartman and Malachi Brown, and center Marcus Moller.

  • Cosby committed to Michigan on February 10, 2026.

The players

Lincoln Cosby

A top-ranked small forward who has reclassified from the 2027 class to join Michigan's 2026 recruiting haul.

Dusty May

The head coach of the Michigan Wolverines men's basketball team.

Quinn Costello

A top-40 overall recruit in the 2026 class who has signed with Michigan.

Joseph Hartman

A top-100 guard in the 2026 class who has signed with Michigan.

Malachi Brown

A top-200 guard in the 2026 class who has signed with Michigan.

Marcus Moller

An unranked center in the 2026 class who has signed with Michigan, though his status is currently uncertain as he deals with treatment for testicular cancer.

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What they’re saying

“How they utilize their big, skilled forwards with versatility … I felt like I saw myself playing and producing in that type of system.”

— Lincoln Cosby (ESPN)

The takeaway

Michigan's 2026 recruiting class is shaping up to be one of the best in the country, with the addition of Lincoln Cosby further bolstering their frontcourt depth and versatility. The Wolverines are positioning themselves as a national title contender in the coming years.