Lincoln Cosby Reclassifies to 2026, Commits to Michigan
He chose the Wolverines for Dusty May’s frontcourt-focused fit following an October campus visit.
Overview
- Cosby told ESPN he will accelerate his timeline by moving from the 2027 cohort into the 2026 class and committing to Michigan.
- The 6-foot-10 Montverde Academy forward, previously No. 10 in the SC Next 60 for 2027, is expected to appear inside the updated 2026 SC Next 100.
- He recently had ACL surgery and plans to continue rehabbing on arrival, describing the recovery stretch as a chance to build strength.
- Michigan adds a high-end frontcourt piece as Cosby becomes the fifth pledge in its 2026 class and the third SC Next 100 prospect, joining Quinn Costello and Joseph Hartman alongside Malachi Brown and Marcus Moller.
- Cosby cited relationships with May and assistant Mike Boynton and chose Michigan over offers from more than a dozen high-major programs.