The closer

If there's anything that can be said about Rich Rodriguez and his staff, they can definitely close with recruiting. Last season they drew a number of commitments on national signing day, and today was no different.

After hearing that California Safety Sean Parker, who actually committed to the coaches last week, was heading to Washington, Wolverine fans were dismayed. However, two hours after Parker signed with Washington, Michigan gained the commitment of one Florida Safety Demar Dorsey.

Standing at 6"1, weighing 175 lbs, and with a reported 4.35 40, Dorsey is considered a 4-star prospect by all the major recruiting services. He was originally commited to Florida, but after he decided to look around at other schools, Florida pulled his scholarship offer. It came down to Florida State, USC, and Michigan, and in the end, Dorsey chose Michigan.

Apparently the staff told Dorsey he'll have the opportunity to be like Charles Woodson, meaning he'll play defense (corner or safety) and also be able to take some snaps at Wide Receiver. Dorsey's parents were also very happy with Michigan because of their academics, so chalk another one up to the Michigan Academic's.

The rest of Michigan's previously committed recruits signed, including Terry Talbott. Dorsey gives them 27 commitments for the 2010 class.