Overview
- Ludwig told Rivals he requested a release from his letter of intent and said Michigan approved it, confirming he will reopen his recruitment.
- He signed with the Wolverines on Dec. 3 during the early period and had planned to enroll in January before changing course.
- Michigan dismissed head coach Sherrone Moore for cause after finding credible evidence of an inappropriate relationship with a staff member, and multiple outlets reported his subsequent arrest in an alleged assault investigation.
- Ludwig’s high school coach said the recruit and his family were devastated and shocked as they processed the news.
- The 6-foot-4, roughly 240-pound prospect is a Rivals four-star ranked No. 9 among tight ends, held offers from several Power Five powers, and had been part of a 27-signee class ranked top 12 nationally.