17 Facts About Makari Paige

Makari Jaimon Paige was born on January 11,2002 and is an American football defensive back for the New York Giants of the National Football League.

Makari Paige played college football for the Michigan Wolverines, winning three consecutive Big Ten Conference titles and a national championship in 2023.

Makari Paige attended West Bloomfield High School, where he played football under future Michigan assistant coach, Ronald Bellamy.

Makari Paige was high school teammates with Donovan Edwards and Semaj Morgan.

Makari Paige was one of the top rated safeties in 2020, rated as a four-star recruit with offers from Michigan, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Penn State, Purdue and Kentucky.

On July 30,2019, Makari Paige committed to in-state school, the University of Michigan.

Makari Paige committed to the University of Michigan in July 2019, and enrolled early in January 2020.

In 2022, Makari Paige overtook RJ Moten in the middle of his junior season to earn the starting safety position.

Makari Paige started five games for the Wolverines, appearing in twelve games on the season and finishing with 41 tackles, one interception and one sack.

In 2023, Makari Paige started 13 games for the Wolverines, appearing in 14.

Makari Paige again totaled 41 tackles, including a forced fumble.

Makari Paige helped lead Michigan to a third consecutive Big Ten conference title and a national championship.

Makari Paige was named All-Big Ten honorable mention in 2022 and 2023.

In 2024, Makari Paige was voted as a team captain for his fifth season at Michigan.

In week three versus Arkansas State, Makari Paige recorded two tackles and his first interception of the season; the second of his career.

Makari Paige ended the season with 45 tackles and two interceptions.

In total, Makari Paige amassed 135 tackles, three interceptions, one sack and one fumble recovery.