Running back Justice Haynes, Alabama's third-leading rusher in 2024, has signed with Michigan, the school announced Friday.

Michigan has signed former Alabama running back Justice Haynes, the No. 1 rated tailback in the transfer portal during this winter cycle. The true sophomore and former five-star prospect is headed to Ann Arbor after two seasons in Tuscaloosa, and will have two seasons of collegiate eligibility remaining with the Maize and Blue.

Alabama running back Justice Haynes officially signed with the Wolverines on Friday, giving Sherrone Moore and his staff an experienced ball carrier heading into 2025. The program announced Haynes’ arrival on social media after reports surfaced weeks ago that the 5-foot-11, 200-pound back was close to signing with Michigan.

Michigan football had one obvious top target in the transfer portal this cycle in running back Justice Haynes, who is coming off of a two-year career at Alabama.

Former Alabama RB Justice Haynes has reportedly committed to Michigan to continue his college football career.

Former Alabama running back Justice Haynes is transferring to Michigan, the school announced Friday.Haynes will have two more seasons of eligibility with the Wolverines, according to ESPN's Max Olson.

It's been a long time coming that Michigan football had been hoping to get one of, if not its top targets in the fold via the transfer portal. And after weeks of waiting, the Wolverines officially got their guy.