Michael Schofield

A four-star high school recruit, Schofield received a scholarship offer from every school in the Midwest, but chose Ann Arbor, redshirting in 2009 and seeing limited action as a reserve in 2010. He became the starting left guard in 2011 before moving to right tackle where he started every game the past two seasons, earning All-Big Ten Honorable Mention honors as a senior. Schofield is built well for the edge with good bend and arm length, but his limited quickness and heavy feet are tough to ignore. He plays like a veteran with the competitive attitude to finish blocks, but he works best in smaller spaces and might have to move inside in the NFL.

strengths

Good height and well-proportioned frame with adequate arm length. Wide base to dig hits cleats in the ground and wall off lanes with his wide sets and initial kickslide. Nice job keeping his base square to his target, using patience and body position well. Keeps his belt low and knees bent to anchor and win with leverage ? not an easy guy to move from his spot. Good awareness to pick up extra rushers and extends well to absorb and control contact. Try-hard overachiever and leaves it all on the field with a top competitive nature, finishing with tenacity. Versatile starting experience as a three-year starter at both tackle and guard ? 36 career starts (26 right tackle, 10 left guard).

weaknesses

Heavy core and struggles to easily redirect his momentum, struggling to mirror back inside after his initial set. Needs to consistently bring his feet with him when engaging speed rushers. Phone booth athleticism and works best in smaller areas. Tight hips with limited range, struggling with proper timing when pulling. Unreliable at the second level and lacks the quickness to square up in space or on the move. Will misjudge speed and play too patient in his stance. Very average in the strength category and doesn?t consistently overpower his target. Struggles to jolt at the point of attack. Hand placement is too wild and reactionary, will attract some holding calls.

Attended Carl Sandburg High School (2009) coached by Dave Wierzal

three-year starter at offensive tackle

played offensive and defensive tackle and tight end

maxed out at 300 pounds on bench press and with a 420-pound squat

Key Statistics

did not allow a sack as a senior and entire offensive line was not flagged for a holding penalty all season

led team with 83 tackles as a senior, including five sacks, four pass breakups, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery

started on both sides of the ball as senior

Honors and Rankings

SuperPrep All-American and the nation's No. 21 overall offensive line prospect

four-star prospect and the No. 18 offensive tackle nationally according to Rivals.com

four-star prospect and the 135th overall player nationally according to scout.com

rated as 10th-best offensive tackle nationally according to scout.com

selected as sixth-best prospect in the state of Illinois and the 221st overall player nationally by Rivals.com

listed as the No. 21 overall player in the Midwest by SuperPrep

listed as the No. 18 overall player on the Detroit Free Press Best of the Midwest rankings

all-area and all-conference as a junior and senior

team co-captain and named most valuable player as a senior.

Michael Ross Schofield III was born November 15, 1990

enrolled in the School of Kinesiology, majoring in physical education.