Roundup: Meet Michigan football’s 2021 recruiting class

A full roundup of recruiting evaluations, facts, stats, film and everything else covering Michigan football’s signed 2021 class.

Xavier Worthy

Via MGoBlue:

Prep
• Attended Central East High School (2021) coached by Kyle Biggs
• Helped Central East win its first-ever CIF Division 1-AA state championship after a 15-0 season in 2019
• Plans to enroll early in January
• Also competed in track and field at Central East, where he earned a personl record with a 10.55 100-meter dash as a sophomore

Key Statistics
• Had his senior season canceled due to COVID-19
• Caught 55 passes for 992 yards and 16 touchdowns as a junior
• As a sophomore, caught 10 passes for 259 yards and three touchdowns in an injury-shortened season

Honors and Rankings
• Earned a 247Sports Composite ranking of four stars; the No. 76 overall player nationally, the No. 12 wide receiver in the country,  and the No. 7 player in the state of California
• Named a four-star prospect by 247Sports; the No. 98 overall player in the nation, the No. 13 wide receiver and the No. 8 player in the state of California
• Rated as a four-star prospect by ESPN, the No. 124 overall player in the country, the No. 22 wide receiver and the No. 11 player in the state of California
• Rivals.com four-star prospect, the No. 65 player in the nation and the No. 11 wide receiver and the No. 5 player in California
• Selected to participate in the 2021 All-American Bowl

Personal
• Xavier Worthy was born April 27, 2003
• Son of Nicky Jones

The Wolverine’s EJ Holland:

Worthy is still one of the fastest and electric players in the country. Built like a track athlete – shorter torso with long legs. Glides like a gazelle once he hits the open field. Top end speed is elite. An absolute burner with 10.55 100m speed (time came as a sophomore), Worthy stretches the field on the outside.

“More straight-line speed than wiggle but is quick in short space and will do a ton of damage out of the slot at the next level. Has the ability to turn a short slant or screen into a house call. Gains separation with ease. Very adequate route runner but has room for improvement in that area. Can also make plays as a kick and punt returner. Perfect fit for Michigan’s offense […] Very, very skinny. Adding weight and strength is a must. Has a Devonta Smith-level ceiling.

Maize N Brew:

Future slot demon with elite acceleration and top speed that make him tough to catch. Stems his routes quickly to gain separation when breaking out of his routes. Can improve his footwork while running routes and has a slight frame that needs to be bulked up a bit before he can last long-term in college.

Wolverine Digest:

2021 Outlook: Michigan has proven a willingness to put young freshman playmakers on the field early and Worthy will likely be no different.  Whether returning kicks, jet sweeps, or serving as a downfield threat, Worthy will have plenty of opportunities to make an immediate impact.

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