# Michigan Wolves Trend to Land 2027 WR After Penn State Win

> Michigan's win over Penn State boosts chances to recruit Yuto Kawamura-Johnson, a top 2027 wide receiver prospect.
- Title: Michigan Wolves Trend to Land 2027 WR After Penn State Win
- Summary: Michigan's win over Penn State boosts chances to recruit Yuto Kawamura-Johnson, a top 2027 wide receiver prospect. Michigan is likely to flip 2027 wide…
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- Source: Michigan Wolverines On SI — https://si.com/college/michigan/recruiting/michigan-football-trending-to-flip-2027-wr-recruit-after-beating-penn-state-yuto-kawamura-johnson
- Published: 2026-10-19T10:03:07+00:00
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- Topics: michigan, yuto kawamura-johnson, 2027, penn state, recruiting, wide receiver, michigan football, wolverines, sports
## Michigan Win Over Penn State
After getting back in the win column against Penn State on Saturday, the Wolverines are trending to land a prospect in the 2027 class.
## Yuto Kawamura-Johnson Visit
Toledo commit wide receiver Yuto Kawamura-Johnson attended a Wolverines visit this past weekend.
## On3 Prediction
On3's Ethan McDowell placed a prediction favoring the Wolverines to flip Yuto Kawamura-Johnson.
## Kawamura-Johnson's Stats
He is a 5'11" 185-pound slot wide receiver with 24 catches for 575 yards and seven touchdowns.
## Kawamura-Johnson's Quote
I'm really excited about the opportunity to play for Coach Whittingham and be part of a program like Michigan.

> I’m really excited about the opportunity,” Kawamura-Johnson said . “Being able to play for Coach Whittingham and be a part of a program like Michigan is something special.
## 2027 Class Status
Michigan currently has 21 commitments in its 2027 class with only one wide receiver, Quentin Burrell.
## Offensive Challenges
The Wolverines have one of the worst offenses in the country after benching quarterback Bryce Underwood.
## 2027 WR Impact
It's hard for Michigan to get five-star wide receivers until they improve their passing game.
## Key takeaway

Michigan is likely to flip 2027 wide receiver prospect Yuto Kawamura-Johnson after his visit to Ann Arbor.