Elite In-State Offensive Tackle Sets Official Visit to Michigan

Jakari Lipsey, a top 2027 prospect, will visit Ann Arbor in June

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:07pm

Jakari Lipsey, a four-star offensive tackle from Loy Norrix High School in Kalamazoo, Michigan, has announced he will take an official visit to the University of Michigan the weekend of June 5-7. Lipsey is ranked as the No. 82 overall prospect in the 2027 class and the No. 8 offensive tackle nationally.

Why it matters

Michigan's offensive line coach Jim Harding is making in-state recruiting a priority, and landing Lipsey would be a major boost for the Wolverines' 2027 class, which currently ranks 21st nationally.

The details

Lipsey will take five official visits this summer, starting with UCLA on May 15-17, followed by Wisconsin on May 29-31, Michigan on June 5-7, Minnesota on June 12-14, and LSU on June 19-21. The Wolverines already have three players committed to their 2027 class, including two offensive linemen.

  • Lipsey announced his official visit schedule on March 13, 2026.
  • He will visit Michigan the weekend of June 5-7, 2026.

The players

Jakari Lipsey

A four-star offensive tackle from Loy Norrix High School in Kalamazoo, Michigan, ranked as the No. 82 overall prospect in the 2027 class and the No. 8 offensive tackle nationally.

Jim Harding

The offensive line coach for the University of Michigan football team, who is making in-state recruiting a priority.

Kyle Whittingham

The head coach of the University of Michigan football team.

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What they’re saying

“All of my OV's very blessed to be here!”

— Jakari Lipsey

What’s next

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The takeaway

Michigan's offensive line coach Jim Harding is making a concerted effort to keep top in-state talent like Jakari Lipsey at home, which could pay dividends for the Wolverines' 2027 recruiting class if they are able to land the elite offensive tackle prospect.