Michigan Tuesday: A Recruiting Department Re-Boot

The BIG HOUSE BlogWhen Jim got to Michigan he beefed up the non-coaching staff. Which meant there was a team of coaches watching film, preparing for opponents, and working with the Michigan athletes off the field.

When Sherrone took over for Jim, he stated he wanted to build up the recruiting staff. Which he has continued to do. We know the sad story of Denard, so need to rehash it. Over the weekend, the Director of on-campus recruiting Christina DeRuyter left Michigan for a role on Jim's staff with the Chargers. She was on staff for 3 years and I would call that a pretty good 3 year run!

Denard has been replaced by Sam Popper who held the same role at Oregon and Akron. Michigan also recently…