West Charlotte’s Star Junior Linebacker: Michael Griffin Jr

Michael Griffin Jr is a 3 Star recruit who plays Linebacker at West Charlotte High School. Griffin Jr is ranked as the 551st best recruit in the class of 2027 and is ranked as a top 50 Linebacker in the class as well. In addition, Griffin Jr is listed as a top 25 recruit in the state of North Carolina and is listed as the #3 Linebacker in the state of North Carolina. He holds offers from schools such as Notre Dame, Michigan and Oklahoma.

Who are some role models in your life?
Some of my role models in life are my family.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?
I usually listen to Lil Poppa, YoungBoy, and Bloodhound Lil Jeff.

What are the strengths of your game?
I’d definitely say my vision—being able to find where the ball is—my physicality, and my sideline-to-sideline ability.

What is your favorite memory of your career?
My favorite memory is from my sophomore season in the state championship.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?
The best player I’ve played with would probably be KJ Flowe. The best player I’ve played against is Luke Kromenhoek.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
Stay focused and never let up on your dream. Stay humble.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I would want to go to Dubai.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I fell in love with the game around age 4, but I started playing when I was 3.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
I’d most likely want to meet Russell Wilson. I watched a lot of his highlights growing up.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?
My favorite memory is when Clemson beat Alabama in the 2019 National Championship game.