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Ryan Van Bergen Scout.com Headlines:
Ryan VanBergen on Molk, Juice
Ryan VanBergen talks about Dave Molk's injury, Brandon Grahams season, Juice Williams ... and more.
-by GoBlueWolverine.com Oct 28, 2009
Van Bergen Ready to Step Up
Ryan Van Bergen talks about his transition to starter this season
-by Scout.com Aug 27, 2009
Van Bergen Assumes Leadership Role
Michigan sophomore DE Ryan Van Bergen on defensive progress, the O-line, and more.
-by GoBlueWolverine.com Aug 19, 2009
GBW Video: Van Bergen Ready to Step Up
Ryan Van Bergen plans to be an impact player on defense in the fall.
-by GoBlueWolverine.com Apr 13, 2009
All Star Video: Ryan Van Bergen
Ryan Van Bergen on his adjustment to being a Wolverine, the other freshmen, and more.
-by GoBlueWolverine.com Jul 25, 2007
2007 Signing Day Audio: Ryan VanBergen
The Whitehall, MI DE discussed his dominace at Michigan's camp, position preference, and much more.
-by GoBlueWolverine.com Feb 17, 2007
Signing Day Capsule: Ryan Van Bergen
GoBlueWolverine's recruiting profile for defensive end Ryan Van Bergen. **Video Included**
-by GoBlueWolverine.com Feb 7, 2007
Video Rec. Road Trip XIV: Ryan VanBergen
GoBlueWolverine headed back to Whitehall to get another look at Ryan VanBergen.
-by GoBlueWolverine.com Nov 11, 2006
Michigan Commits Shine in Playoffs
GoBlueWolverine details some of the more notable performances from Michigan recruits last week.
-by GoBlueWolverine.com Nov 2, 2006
Video Rec. Road Trip IX: Ryan VanBergen
GoBlueWolverine heads back to Whitehall to get another look at Ryan VanBergen.
-by GoBlueWolverine.com Oct 10, 2006
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GBW Video: Van Bergen Ready to Step Up
-by GoBlueWolverine.com Apr 13, 2009

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Ryan Van Bergen
Ht: 6-5 Wt: 250 40: 4.9
Position: DE, TE
Date of Birth: 03/18/1989
Year: Class of 2007
High School: Whitehall Senior HS
(Whitehall, MI)
College: Michigan

2007 Scout.com HS Football Rankings (full list):
Pos: DE Pos Rank: #8 Pos Rating:

Scout.com Player Evaluation:
STRENGTHS
 Backside Pursuit
 Intensity/Effort
 Size
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT
 Techniques and Moves
On defensive he plays end but could project as a tackle because of his size. But he could also stay at end and play on the strong side. VanBergen has a good first step, is an outstanding edge rusher that likes to get wide, and is strong at the point attack. He plays with a high motor, is relentless and can chase things down from the backside. Offensively, he shows soft hands, deceptive speed and is very tough to bring down.


Biography:
As a senior, Van Bergen had 33 tackles (43 assisted), 3 1/2 sacks and 11 tackles for loss. Van Bergen also blocked three punts, kicked three field goals and had 19 receptions for 258 yards and three TDs. He was named to the Detroit News "Dream Team".

VanBergen will be a three-year varsity starter in 2006. As a junior, Ryan racked up 59 solo tackles, 32 tackles for loss and seven sacks. On the offensive side of the ball, VanBergen had 20 catches for 275 yards and four touchdowns.

Coach's Comments - "Ryan came to us from Las Vegas where his father was in the military. Great kid, highly motivated. Tremendous football player with a nice upside. Three-sport athlete that also letters in track and basketball." --Andy Malboues


Schools of Interest:
SchoolInterest LevelOffer? Attended Camp?Visit DateSigned LOI?
Michigan Verbal Yes   12/08/2006
Indiana No Interest Yes   None  
Michigan State No Interest No   None  
Notre Dame No Interest No   None  
Purdue No Interest Yes   None  
Wisconsin No Interest No   None