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Jaylen Kelly-Powell to Michigan: Wolverines Land 4-Star Safety Prospect

Safety Jaylen Kelly-Powell is headed to the Michigan Wolverines after the 4-star prospect fielded offers from some of the nation's most prestigious programs during the recruiting process.

Kelly-Powell made the decision official with an announcement Tuesday on Twitter:

— Jaylen Kelly-Powell™ (@JKellypowell) November 15, 2016

He also released a video confirming his collegiate plans:

The 6'0'', 180-pound safety is the 269th-ranked player overall, per Scout.com's rankings, but he grades out No. 23 overall among all players at his position in the Class of 2017. The Detroit native also clocked in as the top-ranked player at his position in the state of Michigan and the No.