Overview of Michigan Football’s Transfer Portal Activity

With the transfer portal opening on Friday, Michigan football experienced a significant shift in its roster. While there wasn’t a mass exodus prior to this, several players have since entered the portal, signaling changes in both the coaching staff and team dynamics.

Now that the new staff has been assembled, there are numerous developments happening around Schembechler Hall. From new faces on the staff to potential player departures, this is the latest update on what’s happening with the Wolverines and the transfer portal.

Players Leaving the Team

WR Fredrick Moore

Moore, who was expected to be a starting wide receiver, was beaten out by Channing Goodwin. He left the team midseason and is now searching for a new school.

OL Connor Jones

Jones, an offensive lineman from Colorado, never saw much playing time. He has committed to Georgia State, seeking more opportunities on the field.

LS Evan Boutorwick

Boutorwick, who was seen as the long snapper of the future, has left the team. The role remains uncertain beyond 2025.

QB Jadyn Davis

Davis, the backup quarterback, has entered the portal following his second season. Once a five-star prospect, he struggled with his throwing mechanics and will have three years of eligibility remaining.

QB Davis Warren

Warren, an occasional starter in 2024, has departed Ann Arbor. He had some issues with turnovers but could start for a high-level team.

CB Elijah Dotson

Dotson, a true freshman, was expected to have a bigger role moving forward. Missouri is a big contender for his services.

RB CJ Hester

Hester never joined the team and is now in the portal again.

LB Cole Sullivan

Sullivan entered the portal but is open to returning to Ann Arbor. His status is still in question.

CB Zeke Berry

Berry has decided to return to Ann Arbor after initially entering the portal.

RB Jasper Parker

Parker, a true freshman, has committed to Arkansas. He has four years of eligibility remaining.

IOL Kaden Strayhorn

Strayhorn, a MSU legacy, has committed to Alabama. He was expected to be the center of the future.

Edge Devon Baxter

Baxter hasn’t seen any time since arriving and is now leaving the team.

S Jaden Mangham

Mangham, a former Spartan, has committed to Purdue. He struggled with injuries and sought more playing time.

RT Andrew Sprague

Sprague, a starter, has entered the portal. He may be returning home to Kansas City.

WR Semaj Morgan

Morgan, a starter for two seasons, never reached his full potential. With his position coach departing, he’s seeking a new opportunity.

RG Jake Guarnera

Guarnera has decided to return to Ann Arbor. He was open to returning and expressed excitement about the new staff.

DT Enow Etta

Etta, who was hyped in spring ball, never produced at the level expected. He is now leaving the team.

WR Logan Forbes

Forbes, a walk-on, announced his departure from the program.

Potential New Additions

Utah Edge John Henry Daley

Daley, who played for Whittingham in Utah, is likely interested in Michigan. He could help replace one of the departing edges.

TE Brady Prieskorn

Prieskorn, a local player, struggled with injuries and was passed over by other players on the depth chart.

OL Ben Roebuck

Roebuck, an Ohio commit, didn’t see action and was surpassed by other players.

QB Mikey Keene

Keene, who was supposed to bridge the 2024 era and the Bryce Underwood era, is leaving the team.

K Beckham Sunderland

Sunderland, who handled kickoff duties, is now leaving the team.

QB Bryce Underwood

Underwood is returning to Ann Arbor, as expected.

RB Bryson Kuzdzal

Kuzdzal, a former walk-on, is leaving due to a crowded running back room.

OL Blake Frazier and Andrew Babalola

Both have announced they will return to Ann Arbor for another year.

Pitt LS Nico Crawford

Crawford has committed to Michigan, filling the longsnapper role.

WR Andrew Marsh

Marsh appears set to return after initial speculation about his departure.

S Jordan Young

Young, who saw a lot of playing time, is leaving the team.

RB Justice Haynes

Haynes is potentially returning, with the new staff showing interest.

OL Evan Link

Link, after an injury-plagued season, has decided to return to Ann Arbor in 2026.