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Quentin Burrell, four-star WR for 2027, commits to Michigan football
TL;DR
Quentin Burrell, a four-star wide receiver from Chicago, has committed to Michigan football for the class of 2027. He is ranked as the No. 6 player in Illinois and the No. 14 wide receiver nationally.
Key points
- Quentin Burrell is a four-star wide receiver.
- He is from Chicago and attends Mount Carmel High School.
- Ranked No. 6 in Illinois and No. 14 nationally for wide receivers.
- Committed to Michigan football for the class of 2027.
- His commitment strengthens Michigan's recruiting efforts in the Midwest.
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If there were any concerns about the Utah products on the Michigan football staff being able to make recruiting inroads in the Midwest, they're being put to rest, one commit at a time.
The Wolverines landed a pledge from class of 2027 four-star wide receiver Quentin Burrell out of Chicago on Wednesday, May 13. The Mount Carmel product was one of the U-M's top targets at the position, rated the No. 6 player in Illinois, No. 14 wide receiver in the country and No. 83 overall prospect in his class, according to 247 Sports' composite rankings.
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The 6-foot-3 200-pounder, who was on the Polynesian Bowl roster, held offers from dozens of power conference schools – including Notre Dame, Alabama, Auburn, LSU, Miami (Florida), Notre Dame, Ohio State and Oregon – but ultimately committed to U-M and wide receiver coach Micah Simon.
"Steady and productive X projection that will outwork coverage for the football," 247 Sports director of scouting Andrew Ivins wrote. "Enters senior season as Mount Carmel’s all-time leader in touchdown catches (142 receptions for 2,396 yards and 34 scores)."
Q&A
Who is Quentin Burrell and what are his rankings?
Quentin Burrell is a four-star wide receiver from Chicago, ranked as the No. 6 player in Illinois and the No. 14 wide receiver in the country.
When did Quentin Burrell commit to Michigan football?
Quentin Burrell committed to Michigan football on May 13.
What impact does Burrell's commitment have on Michigan's recruiting?
Burrell's commitment helps alleviate concerns about Michigan's ability to recruit in the Midwest, showcasing the effectiveness of their staff.
