The Wolverine: Covering University of Michigan Football and Sports
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2025 FOOTBALL RECRUITING ISSUE ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ ❱ 30 THE WOLVERINE ❱ MARCH 2025 BY EJ HOLLAND Andrew Marsh became a household name on the recruiting trail early on in his high school career. The Katy (Texas) Jordan prospect was considered a five-star level talent going into his sophomore year and notched offers from major programs around the country. From Texas to Oklahoma, blue- blood programs close to home cemented themselves as strong contenders in the race for Marsh. But that never fazed Michigan. The Wolverines threw their hat into the ring for Marsh and slowly but surely worked their way into the picture. "One thing they did to really push themselves and make themselves more noticeable for me was they stayed in con- tact," Marsh said. "They are all really good people. They are all very personable. I would have everybody there texting me throughout the week. I would say heading into spring ball, they really became a big contender because I wanted to go some- where that wanted me and where I could make a big impact." Oklahoma was considered the team to beat going into summer official vis- its prior to the start of his senior year. However, Marsh, who initially planned to make a decision in November, canceled his trip with the Sooners, visited Michi- gan and moved up his timeline to August. The Wolverines sealed the deal and landed their highest-ranked wide receiver prospect since the 2022 recruiting class. "After talking to my family, I really felt like it was the school that could do the most for me both on and off the field," Marsh said. "They send guys to the league year in and year out. What their guys ac- complish off the field is nothing short of amazing. I feel like Michigan is the place where I can go be the best version of my- self in every aspect of my life." Michigan wide receivers coach Ron Bellamy led the way in Marsh's recruit- ment. Bellamy served as a bit of a role model for Marsh. Bellamy played his high school ball in the South, starred at wide receiver for Michigan and made his way to the NFL. "Coach Bellamy is a big reason why I committed to Michigan," Marsh said. "He stayed in touch with me after he first of- fered me. He always made sure I was good and my family was good. I appreciate the time he put into that." Bellamy also made a strong impression on Marsh's mother, Eleanor, who gave him an endearing nickname during the process. "Uncle Ron is what I call him," Eleanor said with a laugh. "We actually took a pic- ture together on a visit, and we were like, 'Are we starting to look alike?' The masks came off during the recruitment, and we have a chance to talk to each other about family and what we're up to. It's like talk- ing to my brother." Washington did make a late run at Marsh and hosted him for an official visit in the fall. However, he stuck with Michi- gan and inked with the Wolverines during the early signing period in December. Michigan was ultimately the right fit for Andrew, but the Wolverines also did a fantastic job of winning over his mother. "I always wanted the best for him," she said. "To see where he is brings me back to 'God will give you the desires of your heart.' He stayed true. I'm excited to see what comes next for him. "Nothing changed relationship-wise with Michigan. Even when we went to Washington, there were no secrets. Ev- erything was always consistent. The rela- tionship, if anything, has gotten stronger. The trust is there. We have the No. 1 quar- terback. What else can a receiver ask for?" That No. 1 quarterback is five-star Bel- Texas Star Andrew Marsh Will Strengthen Michigan's Receiver Room Marsh recorded back-to-back 1,000-yard receiving seasons, recording 1,172 as a senior and 1,158 as a junior. PHOTO COURTESY ON3