Michigan football adds commitment from linebacker Weston Port
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:17 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Michigan Wolverines secured a verbal commitment from linebacker Weston Port on June 30, 2026. Port, a 6-foot-2, 225-pound player from San Juan Hills, California, originally committed to UCLA but opted to reopen his recruitment after serving a two-year LDS mission in Spain. Michigan quickly engaged with him, allowing Port to potentially enroll in January 2027 with five years of eligibility remaining. He is noted for his impressive high school defensive career, amassing 442 tackles, including 75 tackles for loss and 24.5 sacks. His commitment adds depth to Michigan’s defensive lineup, joining other top linebacker recruits.
- •Port totals 442 career tackles and impressive defensive stats.
- •He enrolled at Michigan after previously committing to UCLA.
- •Michigan aims to bolster its defense with Port's commitment.
- •Port will have five years of eligibility upon enrollment.
- •He is expected to contribute significantly to Michigan's football program.
- 1:17 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan Football Lands Big Commitment From Weston Port
"A prolific California linebacker with 442 career tackles flips from UCLA to Ann Arbor, bringing elite production and five years of eligibility following a two-year overseas mission.
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