The Michigan Wolverines are on the brink of adding another star to their constellation of exceptional athletes. With Taylor Tatum’s recent ascension to the number one running back ranking for the 2024 class on 247sports, Michigan appears to be leading the chase for this promising talent.
Gabe Brooks, a renowned national scouting analyst, provides a comprehensive breakdown of Tatum’s prowess. He describes Tatum as possessing the desired height and frame, along with broad shoulders. Though slightly leaner, Tatum’s physique exhibits room for gaining mass, further enhancing his power.
Hailing from Texas, Taylor Tatum is a marvel in terms of his instinctive lane-finding capabilities. Known for his patience and knack for pressing blocks to allow holes to materialize, Tatum can create opportunities where none seemingly exist. His quick-footed agility and effective hesitation moves often leave defenders trailing in his wake.
Equally impressive is Tatum’s football IQ, illustrated in his ability to discern when to bounce runs or keep them inside as needed. With his high-kneed, open-field speed, he has often been the spark behind many a big play. Despite his lean stature, his run-finishing ability is exceptional, attesting to his athletic tenacity.
Tatum’s junior season was nothing short of spectacular. His stats soared with increased volume, but his per-carry rate remained consistently high. Not merely a formidable runner, Tatum also poses a genuine receiving threat, demonstrating his versatility on the field.
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— Taylor Tatum (@taylortatum06) May 23, 2023
Beyond football, Tatum is a multi-sport athlete. As a high-level baseball standout with considerable hitting power and outfield range, he exhibits his athletic prowess across different arenas. Additionally, his impressive 200-meter track speed further solidifies his athletic profile.
Despite some minor areas for improvement, such as occasionally running upright and needing to add some mass for high-volume functionality, Tatum is unanimously considered a top-five running back nationally by all major recruiting outlets.
Michigan’s pursuit of Tatum is in high gear, even with competition from Oklahoma. Despite already securing four-star running back Jordan Marshall, the Wolverines are keen on adding Tatum to their ranks. Michigan’s recent on-field successes, particularly the performances of running backs Blake Corum and Donovan Edwards, show there’s plenty of opportunity for multiple star runners.
Securing Tatum would further bolster Michigan’s 2024 recruiting class, already ranked number one in the nation. The addition of the nation’s top running back would cement their status as leaders in talent acquisition and development.
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