These past few summers he had been hospitalized and was unable to enjoy this past time. Rick spent years in Cadets and the Scouts where he developed a love of camping. It is with pronounced sadness to know that his big heart gave out on him. There is nothing that he wouldn’t do for his friends and close family. Rick didn’t give his friendship or love easily, but when he did you knew it. He is survived by his daughter Brooklynn, his parents Janet & Rick Phillips, his sisters Bree (Chris) and Sandie (Len), his grandfather Keith Marlowe, his grandmother Anne Phillips, his best friend Tammy Chrusch, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. If you include edge rushers, Michigan already has commitments from twitchy four-star Mario Eugenio and high-ceiling three-star Kevonte Henry.It is with great sorrow that we announce that on Mawe lost Rick Phillips (known as Phoenix to his friends).

Lining up Walker next Grant will give Michigan football the much-needed size on the interior that fans have been clamoring for and vastly improve its run defense. Walker may end up at offensive tackle, but he has the versatility to multiple spots on Michigan’s defensive line. He is another candidate to move up the rankings despite already holding four-star status.

What’s next for D-line recruiting?Īnother 300 pounder Michigan is in a good position with, is long-time lean Deone Walker. Grant already has been too low four-status on 247sports and I think he’s going to keep climbing. Grant already has the necessary size to play nose tackle at 335 pounds and nimble feet to create disruption. Outside of Will Johnson, I would argue that Grant is the most important commitment in Michigan’s 2022 class. Just this Tuesday, Michigan received a massive commitment both (literally and figuratively) from Kenneth Grant. Graham will likely play defensive end in Michigan’s 3-4 scheme. A dominant start to his senior season playing both sides of the line of the scrimmage has him in consideration for four-star status and looking like a steal. Graham may not be a three-star for much longer. On September 16th, Michigan was able to flip three-star Mason Graham from Boise State. However, the Wolverines are still on track to sign a strong defensive line group. 1 overall player Walter Nolen continues to move Michigan football on and off his top group. Three-star Jordan Phillips looked like a Michigan lean for a while before he ultimately committed to Tennessee.

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