On Saturday, four-star running back Tyson Robinson from Brandon (Miss.) High School announced his commitment to Michigan, choosing the Wolverines over Alabama and Tennessee. His decision also follows offers and interest from programs including Ohio State, Texas, Oregon, and Miami.
Robinson, standing at 5-foot-10 and weighing 201 pounds, is ranked among the top running backs in the 2027 cycle. He is No. 6 at his position in ESPN rankings, No. 14-15 among running backs nationally depending on the service, and sits at No. 212 in the Rivals Industry Ranking. He is also ranked No. 224 in the 247Sports Composite and is the No. 8 player in Mississippi.
With Robinson’s commitment, Michigan maintains its unprecedented consistency on the recruiting trail, landing pledges for four consecutive days. The Wolverines’ 2027 class now stands at 11 commitments and is ranked No. 12 nationally and No. 5 in the Big Ten.
An influential factor in Robinson’s decision was Michigan running backs coach Tony Alford, who made him a priority target for the cycle. Robinson took two spring visits to Ann Arbor and also visited Alabama, Tennessee, and Miami, but ultimately narrowed his focus after multiple trips to Michigan. He had previously planned a full slate of official visits before shutting down his recruitment.
On the field, Robinson brings proven production. As a sophomore in 2024, he recorded 1,295 rushing yards, 34 touchdowns, and added 668 receiving yards on 42 catches. During his junior season, despite missing four games due to injury, he still finished with 1,050 rushing yards and 295 receiving yards.
Robinson’s commitment makes him Michigan’s first running back pledge in the 2027 cycle and strengthens a class that already includes an assortment of four-star and three-star prospects across several positions.
On Saturday, four-star running back Tyson Robinson from Brandon (Miss. ) High School announced his commitment to Michigan, choosing the Wolverines over Alabama and Tennessee. His decision also follows offers and interest from programs including Ohio State, Texas, Oregon, and Miami.
