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Michigan commit Jalen Mayfield of Catholic Central adds weight, eyes leadership

By Peter J. Wallner | pwallner@mlive.com

Jalen Mayfield can’t wait to become a Michigan Wolverine – but not until he’s completed his time at Grand Rapids Catholic Central.

That’s important to the confident and polite Mayfield, a four-star recruit and one of the top incoming senior offensive linemen in the state. He committed to Michigan on May 23 and is excited – like, way - about what the future holds with the Wolverines. But that won’t distract from the task at hand.

Since the end of last season, Mayfield has gained 25 pounds to reach 270 pounds on his 6-foot-5 frame.