Top100 DL David Folorunsho Impressed by Michigan Visit

Highly touted 2027 prospect says trip 'definitely opened my eyes'

Mar. 30, 2026 at 7:53pm

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Chicago defensive lineman David Folorunsho, ranked as one of the top 100 players in the 2027 recruiting class, visited the University of Michigan over the weekend and came away impressed with the program.

Why it matters

Folorunsho is one of the most sought-after recruits in the country, with offers from top programs like Alabama, Notre Dame, Penn State, and others. His visit to Michigan could signal the Wolverines are a serious contender in his recruitment.

The details

The 6-foot-4, 280-pound defensive lineman from St. Patrick High School in Chicago spent time with Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham and the coaching staff during his visit. Folorunsho, who is ranked the No. 79 overall prospect and No. 7 defensive lineman in the 2027 class, said the trip 'definitely opened my eyes' to what Michigan has to offer.

  • Folorunsho visited Michigan over the weekend of March 25-26, 2026.

The players

David Folorunsho

A top-100 defensive lineman in the 2027 recruiting class, currently ranked No. 79 overall and No. 7 at his position.

Kyle Whittingham

The head coach of the University of Michigan football team.

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What they’re saying

“The visit definitely opened my eyes to what Michigan has to offer.”

— David Folorunsho, Top100 Defensive Lineman

The takeaway

Folorunsho's positive impression of Michigan during his visit suggests the Wolverines have a real chance to land the highly touted defensive line prospect, who is being pursued by many of the top programs in the country.