There has been a lot of excellent recruiting news for the Michigan football team this summer, but the Wolverines suffered an unexpected setback on Friday. Four-star defensive lineman Nate Marshall was committed to Michigan since April, but he switched to Auburn football on Friday. Marshall paid an official visit to the Tigers back in June, and that is where he will play college football.
“BREAKING: Four-Star DL Nate Marshall has Flipped his Commitment from Michigan to Auburn, he tells me for @on3recruits,” Hayes Fawcett posted on his Instagram account. “The 6’4 250 DL from Oak Park, IL had been Committed to the Wolverines since April.”
Nate Marshall is ranked as the #46 overall player in the 2025 class by 247 Sports, making his potential departure a significant loss for Michigan football. He is the #6 defensive lineman in his class and the #2 player in Illinois. Currently, he attends Fenwick High School in Oak Park, Illinois.
Allen Trieu of 247 Sports provided the following scouting report on Marshall:
“Marshall has a background in basketball and has played on offense, where he sometimes lines up wide and can be effective from that position. He brings that athleticism to the defensive side, showing comfort in space and pursuit. He’s agile, able to change direction and chase down plays, and displays a strong motor, not giving up on plays. He can shift from outside to inside and has experience playing across the line. Marshall carries his weight well and could continue to add muscle, making him a versatile player in college. Currently, he doesn’t have any excess weight. His long-term projection is likely as a five-technique, but that will depend on his physical development. His combination of athleticism and versatility makes him a top-tier prospect. He needs to continue developing his hand technique and strength, but he has the foundational skills to become a starter at a high-major program and potentially play beyond college.”
