The Wolverines’ 2017 recruiting class has a new member, welcoming offensive lineman Kai-Leon Herbert of Plantation (Fla.) American Heritage into the fold on Wednesday. But while the announcement itself is big news for the program, the unique way in which he revealed his decision is certain to attract added attention.
The 6-4, 280 pound lineman coordinated with Bleacher Report to announce his choice, appearing in a better than 2-minute long Walking Dead-styled skit where he was chased through the woods by zombies. After fighting off hordes of the undead, many of which that were dressed in the apparel of other Big Ten teams, Herbert tore open his shirt to reveal Michigan garb below, then stating “Go Blue.