Michigan Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh gained significant momentum on the recruiting trail well before his first victory in Ann Arbor.
Strides were made months ago with prospects across the country, and several this staff's most meaningful endeavors can be tracked to New Jersey. The Garden State, home to the nation's No. 1 overall player, top-ranked running back and eight total athletes who warrant 4-star rating or better in composite rankings, has been fertile territory for Michigan.
The Wolverines carried a trio of 4-star prospects from New Jersey into the season, claiming commitments from Camden High School teammates Ron Johnson and Brad Hawkins and Cedar Creek High School standout Ahmir Mitchell.