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Michigan boosts 'speed-in-space' mission with 2020 recruiting class

Michigan’s class isn’t all about skill players, but it’s a lot about them, and one very noticeable thing is they’re smaller and quicker.

Clearly, this is no accident.

Heading into Year 2 of coordinator Josh Gattis’ “speed-in-space” offense, Michigan’s early signing period that begins Wednesday features several quick receivers and a smaller running back who will add a completely different look. This class also is defensive-back heavy, particularly at safety.

Michigan’s 2020 recruiting class is ranked No. 11 nationally by 247Sports and No.