Star Wolverines defender reportedly out vs. Michigan State

Michigan defensive back Will Johnson (2) celebrates a touchdown after intercepting USC quarterback Miller Moss (7) during the second half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024.

Michigan State will not have to play against one of the top defensive players in the country on Saturday night.

Matt Zenitz — a college football insider for 247Sports — reported on Saturday morning that star Michigan cornerback Will Johnson will not play against the Spartans. Johnson left last week’s game against Illinois with an injury and was considered questionable for playing against Michigan State early in the week.

Here is the official report from Zenitz:

Michigan star cornerback Will Johnson is expected to miss today’s game against Michigan State due to injury, a source tells @CBSSports/@247Sports.

On a positive note for the Wolverines, left tackle Myles Hinton continues to look likely to play after missing the last two games.… pic.twitter.com/nLy92zK5z2

— Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) October 26, 2024

Johnson is projected by many to be the top cornerback in next year’s NFL Draft. He is a former five-star recruit and when healthy has been a key player for the Wolverines this season.

Kickoff between the Spartans and Wolverines is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. The game will be televised on the Big Ten Network.

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Publish date : 2024-10-26 18:33:20

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