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Michigan football did all it could in the winter period of the transfer portal and it made a splash, but not necessarily a huge one.
Yes, the Wolverines got their overall top target in former Alabama running back Justice Haynes, the No. 1 transfer portal tailback, but they also struck out on many of their top targets as well. On Saturday, it became clear there would be no more winter additions with Notre Dame offensive guard Rocco Spindler canceling his visit to Ann Arbor while his teammate, center Pat Coogan, also canceled his planned visit and committed to Indiana on Friday.
So now that the winter portal additions are set, let’s take a look at Michigan’s overall transfer portal haul, projecting their potential contribution in 2025 with the Wolverines, and more.
RB Justice Haynes
Former Alabama RB Justice Haynes
Previous school: Alabama
Haynes was never running back No. 1 but showed a ton of flashes in his two seasons in Tuscaloosa. Arguably Michigan’s biggest get in the transfer portal, though Jordan Marshall burst on the scene against Haynes’ former team in the ReliaQuest Bowl, it’s more likely than not that Haynes will be the workhorse for the Wolverines in 2025. Likely more the Blake Corum to Marshall’s mix of Corum and Hassan Haskins, the future is bright with this pairing.
Projection: Day one starter
DT Tré Williams
Former Clemson DT Tré Williams
Previous school: Clemson
Williams has struggled with staying healthy his entire career, but he managed to appear in all 14 games for Clemson in 2024. He notched two sacks and three tackles for loss with the Tigers. But he’s coming to Michigan for a likely increased workload and should see his numbers rise a bit if he’s able to hit his potential.
Projection: Starter, depending on package
DT Damon Payne
New Michigan football DT Damon Payne visiting Ann Arbor before he committed…
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Author : Wolverines Wire
Publish date : 2025-02-01 21:45:00
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