Sherrone Moore isn’t just focused on beating Georgia on the field—he’s taking the fight directly to the Bulldogs on the recruiting trail as well. Michigan’s 2025 recruiting class is already shaping up to be one of the best in the country, especially with the addition of the No. 1 overall prospect, quarterback Bryce Underwood. However, the Wolverines aren’t stopping there. Their 2026 class is also showing early promise, with the recent commitment of 4-star defensive back Jaylen Pile. But that’s only the beginning, as Moore is now shifting his attention to Georgia’s own backyard to pursue two of the state’s top wide receivers.
Recent updates from Michigan Sports Talk on March 7 highlighted positive developments for the Wolverines when it comes to two talented Georgia receivers: Nalin Scott and Christian Ward. Both highly-regarded 4-star prospects not only stand out individually, but they’re also teammates on the 7-on-7 football circuit—and they’re talking seriously about playing together at the next level. According to a report from On3’s Ethan McDowell, Michigan is one of the programs offering both players that opportunity.
Christian Ward has openly stated that he thinks it would be exciting to play alongside Scott in college, while Nalin Scott confirmed that the two regularly discuss Michigan as a potential destination. There’s growing momentum around the possibility of Michigan securing both receivers, a move that would send a strong message in the ongoing recruiting battle between Sherrone Moore and the SEC, particularly Georgia. Both players hold offers from the Bulldogs as well, which heightens the significance of the competition.
Nalin Scott, a 6’2″, 200-pound receiver from Powder Springs, Georgia, is a versatile athlete who also competes in track and field. He’s currently ranked No. 217 nationally, No. 36 among wide receivers, and No. 21 in the state of Georgia. He already holds 34 scholarship offers from programs including Florida, LSU, and Texas A&M. Meanwhile, Christian Ward, a 6’3″, 178-pound receiver from Marietta, Georgia, has seen Michigan rapidly climb to the top of his preferred schools list. Despite only receiving his Michigan offer in late January, the Wolverines have already overtaken SEC powerhouses like Alabama, Ole Miss, and Georgia in his recruitment.
One factor that could be influencing their interest in Michigan is the presence of Bryce Underwood. When a program lands the nation’s top quarterback, elite receivers tend to take notice. Ward specifically mentioned that he’s impressed with Michigan’s coaching staff and loves the idea of playing with Underwood, describing it as a potentially great fit. Sherrone Moore understands that building a truly explosive offense requires surrounding a top quarterback with top-tier weapons, and landing both Scott and Ward would be a major step in that direction.
If Moore can pull off this recruiting win, it wouldn’t just be a victory for Michigan—it would also be a painful blow for Georgia. For Kirby Smart, losing two highly-ranked receivers would sting even more because both hail from Georgia, a state where the Bulldogs pride themselves on keeping top talent at home. If Michigan swoops in and successfully pulls these two prospects away, it would be a clear signal that Moore and the Wolverines are serious about challenging the SEC’s dominance, not just on the field but in recruiting battles as well.
In addition to Scott and Ward, Michigan is also making waves in the recruitment of 2026’s top-ranked running back, Savion Hiter. Although Georgia is heavily involved in Hiter’s recruitment, Michigan has emerged as a legitimate contender. The Wolverines are also a top option for 4-star wide receiver Davion Brown out of Richmond, Virginia, who recently included Michigan in his final five schools.
The recruiting battle between Michigan and Georgia is far from over, as college football recruiting is always unpredictable and subject to sudden changes. However, at this point, Michigan has positioned itself as a serious threat to pull two of Georgia’s top receivers out of SEC territory. If Sherrone Moore succeeds, the impact would extend beyond just strengthening Michigan’s offense—it would strike at the heart of Georgia’s recruiting dominance, showing that the Wolverines are more than capable of competing with the SEC’s best.