Carter Meadows Narrows School Choices, Puts Michigan in the Lead
Washington, D.C. – Five-star edge prospect Carter Meadows, a standout from Gonzaga College High School, has officially reduced his recruitment list to four schools: Michigan, Ohio State, Penn State, and South Carolina. The 6-foot-6, 235-pound rusher is currently ranked as the 70th player in the 2026 recruiting class and holds the position of the seventh-best edge prospect, according to the Composite rankings.
Meadows announced this development on Friday, raising excitement among college football fans and recruiting analysts alike. He has scheduled an official visit to Michigan’s campus in Ann Arbor on June 20, signifying a significant step in his recruitment process.
Predictions regarding Meadows’ commitment are currently varied, but On3’s Recruiting Prediction Machine suggests Michigan has the upper hand, with a 40% chance of landing the talented edge rusher. Following the Wolverines is Penn State at 21.3%, a reflection of the competitive nature of this recruitment cycle.
Michigan has successfully recruited from Gonzaga High School in recent years, snagging offensive lineman Evan Link in the 2023 class and safety Kainoa Winston most recently. The Wolverines currently have five commitments for the 2026 recruiting cycle, bolstered by the recent addition of four-star quarterback Brady Smigiel.
As the recruitment landscape continues to unfold, fans and analysts will be closely monitoring Meadows’ upcoming visit to Michigan and his final decision. For more in-depth analysis and updates on the University of Michigan athletics, stay tuned to Michigan Wolverines coverage on Sports Illustrated.
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