The Wolverines already lost out on Towson, Loyola Blakefield 4-star Khary Adams to Marcus Freeman’s Fighting Irish. And even though Michigan does have a 4-star cornerback, Brody Jennings, committed to their 2026 batch, Sherrone Moore’s program is not done recruiting another defensive weapon. The Wolves want to add more CBs for their next year’s class, regardless of Jennings’ commitment. And if the recent report is anything, Michigan is close to locking an “ultra-productive safety with three-phase playmaking ability.”

Donovan Webb, the 4-star safety, just made things interesting. Webb had narrowed down his choices to four teams, Michigan, Notre Dame, Texas Tech, and Kansas State, before finally announcing his commitment on July 2. And out of all teams, the Fighting Irish were probably the biggest threat to Michigan. However, Webb has now made things easier for the Wolves, with Notre Dame completely out of the race now.

The four-star safety out of Frisco (Texas) Panther Creek has just canceled his OV to Notre Dame—and that might be a big relief for Michigan. Now, with the Irish out, the door is wide open for Michigan to close the deal. Although K-State and Texas Tech are still in the mix, momentum is clearly with the Maize and Blue.

With a July 2 decision on deck, Michigan insider EJ Holland and Chad Simmons of On3 said it best in their June 21 report—“I feel very, very optimistic about U-M’s chances in this race.” And the On3 Prediction Machine gives the Wolverines a 90.3% shot to land him. It’s easy to see why Holland is feeling so confident. Donovan Webb couldn’t stop raving about Michigan after his official visit this month. The 4-star CB told Holland, “My visit was amazing. I got to see everything I didn’t see in the spring, and I was able to get a better feel of the campus and the city. I loved everything about Ann Arbor.”

Webb mentioned that meeting head coach Sherrone Moore was “definitely the highlight of my visit.” He also had long talks with DBs coach LaMar Morgan, who focused more on how Webb would fit into Michigan’s scheme.

“My talks with Morgan and the other DB coaches were great,” he said. “They love my versatility and see me fitting as a nickel and free safety. They believe my play style is similar to Daxton Hill.”

Webb is a playmaker ready for the spotlight. This four-star safety is ranked No. 348 overall in the 2026 class, No. 30 at his position, and No. 46 in Texas, according to 247Sports. Michigan is still a top contender for Webb, even though Texas Tech and KS are still in the race. “Michigan has always been high on my list,” Webb said. “I honestly don’t see that changing after this weekend.” And his scouting report backs the hype.

Webb is described as a “volume tackler” with serious ball skills—back-to-back 100-tackle seasons, nine interceptions, and 19 pass breakups say plenty. Add in two return TDs and some open-field juice, and you’ve got a true game-changer in the making.

At 6 feet, 165 pounds, Donovan Webb really impressed this past winter. He earned DB MVP at the Under Armour Dallas camp, which boosted his recruiting status. Major recruiting sites like On3 and 247Sports rank him as a four-star, while Rivals puts him in their Top 200. Webb’s potential is obvious: he’s athletic, aggressive, and still growing. His skills make him a great fit as a nickelback in Michigan’s defense, and with good coaching, his potential could quickly increase.

But HC Moore isn’t hitting the brakes either. Michigan is staying aggressive on the trail, and Moore is making it clear: the Wolverines are coming for the best.

Sherrone Moore’s Recruiting Push

Michigan currently has one cornerback committed for their 2026 class, Brody Jennings, a four-star from Jacksonville. However, the Wolverines have been strongly pursuing several other top corners. They recently hosted four-star Dorian Barney from Georgia. And not to mention, they seem to be leading for Webb too. One highly desired target was Khary Adams, a four-star from Maryland.

Adams, ranked No. 75 overall and the No. 9 corner in the 2026 class, visited Michigan for their spring game and returned for an official visit. He was impressed by Michigan’s NFL-ready coverage schemes and his growing relationship with DB coach LaMar Morgan. However, after also taking official visits to Penn State, Notre Dame, and South Carolina, Adams committed to Notre Dame on June 20.

With Adams now off the board, this will likely push Sherrone Moore even harder to secure other defensive talents like Donovan Webb. The Wolverines will also need to work extra hard to keep Jennings committed, especially with strong pursuit from Florida schools and others in the SEC-ACC regions. Webb could be Michigan’s next defensive commit for 2026, as he’s now leaning towards the Wolverines after his visit. Michigan is currently ranked No. 26 in On3’s recruiting rankings with just 11 commitments. And Sherrone Moore needs to pull this one!