The Michigan football team has recently benefited significantly from the transfer portal, securing four defensive transfers in the past week. Each of these new players will bolster the Wolverines’ secondary. Among the new additions is Wesley Walker, a former Tennessee defensive back. Although Walker had initially transferred to Louisville earlier this offseason, he has now opted to join Michigan.
Walker’s journey has been extensive; Michigan will be his fourth team. He started at Georgia Tech before moving to Tennessee. Although he didn’t play a game for Louisville, he was briefly part of their program this offseason before making the move to Ann Arbor.
Walker’s transfer is a substantial acquisition for Michigan, bringing considerable experience to their defense. Over his five-season career, he has been a reliable player, contributing significantly at his previous schools. After a quiet freshman year, he consistently made at least 36 tackles each season, peaking at 53 tackles last year. Additionally, Walker has accumulated two sacks, one interception, and three forced fumbles in his career. His veteran presence will be a valuable asset for the Wolverines next season.
Wesley Walker’s visit to Michigan went well
The Michigan football team made a strong impression on Wesley Walker and his family during their visit to Ann Arbor, significantly influencing his decision to commit. Walker’s stepdad, Patrick Abernathy, shared positive feedback about the visit.
“It went exceptionally, actually,” Abernathy stated in an article by 247 Sports. “He enjoyed it. My wife enjoyed it thoroughly. Michigan has a great setup. He loved what I call a pre pro-environment and appreciated how they handle things differently. Transitioning from Georgia Tech in the ACC to one of the SEC’s top programs, Tennessee, he told me there was no comparison. That spoke volumes to me about his thoughts.”
The visit’s success led Walker to commit to Michigan, positioning the Wolverines’ defense strongly for the upcoming season.
