Michigan football made no secret who it coveted most in the transfer portal after landing Alabama running back Justice Haynes. The Wolverines strongly desired to lure standout wideout Skyler Bell, the current UConn and former Wisconsin pass catcher,

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Michigan has signed former Alabama running back Justice Haynes, the No. 1 rated tailback in the transfer portal during this winter cycle. The true sophomore and former five-star prospect is headed to Ann Arbor after two seasons in Tuscaloosa, and will have two seasons of collegiate eligibility remaining with the Maize and Blue.