The Wolverine: Covering University of Michigan Football and Sports
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44 THE WOLVERINE ❱ AUGUST 2025 ❱ COMMIT PROFILE BY EJ HOLLAND M ichigan landed commit- ments from a flurry of prospects over the summer, in- cluding Zion Robinson. The Rivals' three-star wide re- ceiver out of Mansfield (Texas) High picked U-M over finalists Miami, Texas Tech and Stanford. "Michigan had everything I needed," Robinson said. "It's a top academic school and a top foot- ball school. They had a great NIL package, too. They had the full deal for me. That's why it felt like home. It was between Stanford and Michigan. It was a long pro- cess, but I talked about it with my family for a while, and we came down to a decision the day before I announced it." Michigan wide receivers coach Ron Bellamy led the way in Robin- son's recruitment and made him a top priority this summer. "He made it very clear that he wanted me," Robinson said. "He showed a bunch of love through- out the process. I love the way he coaches. He's a great coach. He's very relationship based. He's not just going to yell at you. He's go- ing to show you how to do things. I love that he does that." Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore was personally involved in his recruit- ment as well. "He was more laid back than I thought he was going to be as a head coach," Robinson said. "He's very down to earth, too. A lot of coaches at big schools have to deal with the paparazzi and things like that. But he took the time to sit down and talk to us. He made it very personable in- stead of just recruiting." Robinson is the fastest wide receiver Michigan has landed in recent memory. At 6-foot-2, 175 pounds, Robinson has clocked a 10.89 in the 100-meter dash this offseason and can be a true vertical threat on the outside. New Michigan offensive co- ordinator Chip Lindsey is ex- pected to bring more balance to Ann Arbor. And it's safe to say Robinson believes in the future of U-M's passing attack. "He told me they are going to throw the ball more, which I believe," Robinson said. "He did it with Drake Maye. He threw the ball a whole lot. We're go- ing to be Michigan, so we're go- ing to run the ball. But with the new quarterbacks, we're going to throw it, too. Bryce [Under- wood] is going to be very good. He's very talented. I think he's my age, which is crazy. He's big, athletic and can do everything." A high academic student, Robinson was also impressed with Michigan's elite education. "Michigan lets you pursue the de- gree you want," Robinson said. "A lot of schools don't let you do that. I want a real degree. They also offer great intern- ships. When you have a month or two- month break, you can do internships. I thought that was very cool as well." With his decision out of the way, Robinson, the No. 27 wide receiver and No. 182 overall recruit nationally in the Rivals Industry Ranking, is now focused on his senior season and is looking for- ward to building bonds with U-M's other commits. "I haven't seen a lot of guys in person yet, but I've been texting with them," Robinson said. "I know [wide receiver commitment] Jaylen Pile. He's from this area. It's pretty cool to be able to talk to him. It's going to be great to meet the rest of them in person." As a junior, Robinson recorded 42 re- ceptions for 527 yards and 8 touchdowns, and rushed 14 times for 76 yards. ❑ U-M Adds Speedy Texas Wide Receiver Zion Robinson PLAYER EVALUATION STRENGTHS: Zion Robinson is a true vertical threat on the outside and is very capable of stretching the field. The Texas native ran a 10.89 in the 100-meter dash this offseason and will step into the wide receiver room as one of Michigan's fastest players at the position. Robinson is also extremely athletic, winning a Texas Class 6A state title in the high jump as a sophomore (with a jump of 6 feet, 8 inches) and lettering in basketball. He checks all the boxes from a metrics standpoint. AREAS OF IMPROVEMENT: Robinson is still very raw as an actual wide receiver. While he possesses elite athletic traits, he is not yet a tactical route runner. He often struggles to sink his hips when getting in and out of breaks and looks stiff despite the eye-popping testing numbers. He has been working on his game with former NFL wide receiver Michael Crabtree this offseason. MICHIGAN PLAYER COMPARISON: Robinson is a taller, athletic wide receiver with a high ceiling in the same mold as Michigan freshman Jacob Washington, who signed with the Wolverines last cycle. Like Robinson, Washington ran a blistering verified 40 in the camp setting and measures in at 6-foot-3. Neither is polished as a route runner, but both bring plenty of athleticism. — EJ Holland As a junior, Robinson recorded 42 receptions for 527 yards and 8 touchdowns, and he also rushed 14 times for 76 yards. PHOTO BY BRYAN MUNSON/RIVALS