Michigan secures commitment from top kicker Ryan Jung for 2028
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 12:09 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
On June 21, 2026, Ryan Jung, the nation's top-ranked kicker for the class of 2028, announced his commitment to the Michigan Wolverines during the program's Victors Weekend. Jung, a five-star specialist from IMG Academy, is known for his impressive leg strength and technical precision. His early commitment marks a strategic victory for Michigan as they begin their 2028 recruiting cycle. Coaches view Jung's skills as essential for enhancing special teams, vital for winning in tight matchups. His decision injects immediate momentum into Michigan's recruiting efforts, showcasing the program's ongoing pursuit of excellence.
- •Ryan Jung commits to Michigan on June 21, 2026
- •He is rated the No. 1 kicker for 2028
- •Jung has elite leg strength and technical ability
- •His commitment boosts Michigan's 2028 recruiting class
- •Special teams are critical to Michigan's success
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan Football lands its first commit of the 2028 recruiting class
- 12:09 AMYahoo Sports — Nation No 1 kicker Ryan Jung officially commits to Michigan
"The Wolverines secured a massive strategic victory by landing IMG Academy’s five-star specialist, bringing elite leg strength and technical precision to Ann Arbor’s 2028 recruiting class.
"Five-star kicker Ryan Jung is the first commit for Michigan Football in the 2028 recruiting class. Learn more about the elite specialist here:
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 12:30 PMMichigan Football lands its first commit of the 2028 recruiting class
Five-star kicker Ryan Jung is the first commit for Michigan Football in the 2028 recruiting class. Learn more about the elite specialist here:
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 12:09 AMNation No 1 kicker Ryan Jung officially commits to Michigan
The Wolverines secured a massive strategic victory by landing IMG Academy’s five-star specialist, bringing elite leg strength and technical precision to Ann Arbor’s 2028 recruiting class.
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