gschwendt
03-11-2013, 07:59 PM
After a 2017 campaign that was a stumble away from being national champions, the Wolverines are ready to fight back into the same position. With a lot of starters needing to be replaced, Michigan will need to have a strong spring workout to bring young players up to speed.
*As always, ratings are pre-training results.
Quarterbacks
After a stellar season by outgoing senior Bryan Weaver, whoever steps into the QB role for the Wolverines will have big shoes to fill; in steps Redshirt Senior Michael Coleman. Coleman has excellent speed and an accurate arm though don't expect him to win any distance throwing competitions anytime soon. Behind him will be a bulldozer of a QB in Cedric Clement. Clement likely won't see any significant playing time though could find himself playing in certain packages such as goalline situations. In addition to those two are 3 true freshman, each different from the next. Pat Robinson is the electric speedster, Eric Webb is the bruising runner and James McLaughlin is the statue with a million dollar arm. All three will redshirt but will all provide a bright future.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
THP
THA
SPD
AGI
ACC
BTK
ELU
CAR
QB
Michael Coleman
SrRS
86
82
92
94
83
88
72
73
69
QB
Cedric Clement
SoRS
81
88
82
85
87
85
81
84
71
QB
James McLaughlin
Fr
80
93
87
59
67
73
62
71
51
QB
Eric Webb
Fr
76
84
81
77
80
83
79
75
82
QB
Pat Robinson
Fr
74
80
85
88
87
92
64
73
66
Halfbacks
For the first time in four years, Michigan is tasked with finding a new ball carrier as four year starter Jake Marks has departed to the NFL. Leading the way will likely be bruiser Reggie Stallings. With excellent ability to run through defenders and knock their heads off with a monster stiff arm. Complimenting his thunder will be lightning HB Andrew Childs; with his top-end speed, Childs was the returner of the year but now looks to earn his stripes with the offense.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
AGI
ACC
BTK
TRK
ELU
CAR
SPM
JKM
HB
Reggie Stallings
JrRS
90
92
92
97
87
98
67
84
80
77
HB
Andrew Childs
SrRS
85
98
90
93
79
61
99
81
84
99
HB
Anthony Thompson
SoRS
84
89
91
95
74
72
89
81
91
78
HB
Justin Bradley
Fr
79
91
84
86
73
85
71
72
85
83
HB
Cedric Austin
Fr
74
96
88
89
73
63
85
59
82
82
Fullbacks
While FB is not a major position for the Michigan offense, when called upon, big bruiser Kellen Smith is the perfect man for the job. With great strength and blocking abilities, he'll clear a path anytime he's asked, though don't expect him to pick up more than a few yards a carry.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
STR
BTK
TRK
CTH
PBK
RBK
IBL
FB
Kellen Smith
SrRS
82
64
87
70
81
69
79
83
87
FB
Ryan Branch
So
78
75
78
60
61
71
81
81
82
Wide Receivers
In Michigan's offense, there are three distinct types of receivers… the chain-moving possession receiver, the speedster to extend the field, and the bruiser to clear out Nickel corners in the run game. The leader of the group for 2018 will be Frank Wiggins, a man that possesses all three traits with good speed, good hands, all while still being able push the occassional linebacker around. Complementing him as the speedster will be Sean Garrett and the bruiser as true freshman Cedric Campbell. Rounding out the top four will be Lukas Wood.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
Ht
SPD
AGI
ACC
STR
CTH
SPC
CIT
RTE
REL
WR
Frank Wiggins
JrRS
87
6-5
90
80
96
72
86
77
76
95
83
WR
Sean Garrett
JrRS
86
6-2
95
80
96
56
85
75
74
91
81
WR
Cedric Campbell
Fr
81
6-4
84
78
86
73
86
85
73
80
78
WR
Lukas Wood
FrRS
79
5-11
94
92
91
63
80
84
66
66
68
WR
Maurice Underwood
Fr
78
6-6
85
76
98
72
81
82
74
80
71
WR
Brandon Black
So
78
5-11
85
83
83
59
75
88
83
85
82
WR
Jason McLaurin
FrRS
73
6-5
82
68
86
71
83
77
77
76
74
Tight Ends
Much like the FB, Tight Ends are primarily just used in certain situations as either extra blockers or a decoy; Eric Capps will fill that role when needed. Capps has decent hands but is a better blocker and can help seal the edge for outside running. Behind him will be newcomer JUCO Ryan Bell who fits a similar mold as Capps.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
Ht
SPD
STR
CTH
SPC
CIT
RTE
PBK
RBK
IBL
TE
Eric Capps
JrRS
83
6-5
77
79
74
71
75
76
78
80
80
TE
Ryan Bell
Jr
78
6-6
75
79
68
71
80
81
76
77
81
Offensive Lineman
As far as Offensive Lineman go, Michigan requires a mix of both pass blockers and run blockers to clear the way; leading the charge will be senior Trey Hall. Hall has spent the last three years at the Center position but this year moves out to the Right Tackle position to hopefully sew up that side of the ball. Opposite him will be Mike James as he expects to keep QB Coleman's blindside clean. Inside will be stud run blocker John Hunt to lead the way while redshirt Sophomore Ryan Martin takes over the center position for Hall. That leaves the Left Guard position open and currently it looks like that won't be decided until players arrive to campus in the fall. Competing for that job will be Kevin Gray, Eric Anderson, and Adam Raymond, all vying for a chance to break into the starting lineup.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
Ht
Wt
STR
AGI
ACC
PBK
RBK
IBL
LT
Mike James
JrRS
85
6-3
279
85
62
95
92
85
82
LT
Derek Edwards
SoRS
81
6-0
281
85
61
90
88
83
81
LG
Kevin Gray
SoRS
78
6-3
287
85
70
88
80
86
82
LG
Eric Anderson
FrRS
77
6-2
261
90
69
89
82
83
75
LG
Adam Raymond
FrRS
76
6-3
315
82
60
92
86
81
77
C
Ryan Martin
SoRS
88
6-8
297
88
58
93
89
86
87
C
Raymond Martin
Fr
78
6-3
315
87
67
88
86
77
79
RG
John Hunt
SrRS
92
6-1
305
93
65
95
86
96
86
RT
Trey Hall
Sr
87
6-4
306
94
70
91
89
90
80
RT
Lance Shelton
JrRS
79
6-6
287
87
63
89
83
83
80
Defensive Ends
Returning at the Defensive Ends are two stellar seniors. At the Left End, Paul Pollard returns after an excellent 2017 campaign that saw him second in the nation in sacks with 22. Opposite him will be Fred Levine who is just as solid as Pollard but rarely has QBs scramble directly towards him. Behind them will be a mix of young talent that will be able to contribute but none ready to take over the reigns just yet. The leader of that backup pack will be Jamey Charles as he has a wide skillset that allows him to rush the passer but also drop back into coverage from time to time.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
Ht
Wt
SPD
STR
PMV
FMV
BSH
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
LE
Paul Pollard
SrRS
91
6-2
279
86
84
85
81
92
88
91
82
86
LE
Jamey Charles
SoRS
83
6-5
253
73
79
78
63
83
88
84
83
87
LE
Raymond Fields
SoRS
78
6-4
250
77
76
83
71
85
85
83
84
65
RE
Fred Levine
Sr
88
6-3
257
74
84
93
93
90
86
90
86
87
RE
Gary Landry
SoRS
81
6-5
261
71
80
85
78
84
84
88
79
77
RE
Adam Martin
Fr
77
6-1
225
74
81
80
82
87
78
76
76
80
Defensive Tackles
The interior defensive line sees their bowling ball returning to campus; short and stout Chris Martindale returns after having a solid season in 2017 and is expected to do the same in 2018. Complimenting him will likely be redshirt Junior Jason Jones. Jones has excellent ability to not only play the ball but also play the blocker opposite him. Much like the DE position, the DT position has quite a bit of young talent that will be mostly on the sidelines in 2018 but will contribute significantly in 2019 and beyond.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
Ht
Wt
SPD
STR
PMV
FMV
BSH
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
DT
Chris Martindale
Sr
87
6-0
318
58
86
92
78
91
82
88
86
85
DT
Jason Jones
JrRS
79
6-1
260
51
79
87
86
88
75
79
90
87
DT
Brandon Meyers
So
79
6-3
260
70
84
75
63
76
82
77
77
86
DT
Dallas Bryant
Fr
75
6-3
275
53
84
79
78
80
74
78
77
77
DT
Mark Rouse
SoRS
74
6-1
282
56
84
83
80
80
69
73
76
76
DT
Courtney Shuler
Fr
73
6-1
280
61
85
77
71
77
78
74
71
76
Linebackers
After a switch to the 4-2-5 in 2017, Michigan concentrated on finding two stud LBs that can handle every down. In 2018, they found a perfect duo in OLB Todd McCoy and MLB Justin Lane. McCoy is an excellent all-around LB with speed, strength, pass rushing, ball tracking and perhaps the best coverage skills of any LB in the country. Lane is a great partner in crime has he can quickly launch off the line in pursuit of the ball and then punish the ball carrier. Like the defensive line, the starters at the Linebacker are top notch but the players behind them are young and raw. The best of the bunch will be OLB John Foster. Expect Foster to backup both roles though he's not quite ready to hold his own on every down.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
STR
AGI
ACC
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
PMV
FMV
BSH
MCV
ZCV
MLB
Justin Lane
SrRS
91
88
82
75
99
83
95
89
89
84
83
89
73
76
MLB
Dane Butler
So
79
85
81
78
89
77
85
86
80
72
72
80
71
64
MLB
John Smith
FrRS
76
82
80
81
92
78
83
74
74
75
74
76
72
73
OLB
Todd McCoy
JrRS
88
86
78
74
94
81
81
91
86
77
83
80
87
90
OLB
John Foster
SoRS
81
86
82
88
82
77
80
84
73
71
70
91
76
75
OLB
Justin Marshall
SrRS
78
90
71
71
94
80
82
74
79
56
60
72
81
73
Cornerbacks
With two departing shutdown cornerbacks leaving in Thomas Torres and Junior Carter, Michigan will have a tough time finding the same capacity of players to start; step in Ryan Banks and Nate Montgomery. Banks has contributed already in his career thus far and is now ready to step into a starting role and Montgomery is a developing stud in his own right. Rounding out the starters at the nickel position will be Antwain Vinson who has been patiently waiting in the wings.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
AGI
ACC
MCV
ZCV
PRS
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
CTH
CB
Ryan Banks
JrRS
84
93
82
87
95
90
85
63
71
86
89
69
CB
Nate Montgomery
SoRS
83
94
91
93
88
87
80
69
67
87
87
68
CB
Antwain Vinson
JrRS
81
94
81
84
90
90
81
61
74
81
86
72
CB
Zach Johnson
SoRS
78
90
81
92
89
82
81
58
62
79
84
66
CB
Danny Moss
Fr
76
92
91
90
79
84
79
66
70
79
77
67
Free Safeties
Just like the Cornerbacks, the Free Safety position loses a four year starter in Bryan Dean. Competing for the job will be redshirt Junior Antonio Cannon and redshirt Senior Joe Bean. Bean has been waiting in the wings since his freshman year on campus and now looks for an opportunity to start. Cannon was a JUCO recruit that redshirted last year but came to campus ready to play. Expect Cannon to likely get the nod but with Bean's speed, nothing is set in stone.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
AGI
ACC
MCV
ZCV
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
BSH
CTH
FS
Antonio Cannon
JrRS
81
93
91
92
85
84
68
61
82
85
57
69
FS
Joe Bean
SrRS
81
97
76
91
86
87
67
60
85
77
60
64
FS
Donnie Rogers
Fr
75
93
90
89
79
80
63
62
73
72
55
70
Strong Safeties
Michigan's defense typically utilizes two distinct types of Strong Safeties, the Predator safety and the Coverage safety. Losing stud Coverage safety Dominique Wilson, in 2018, the Wolverines will have two excellent Predtor-style safeties causing them to consider using the Coverage safety less and instead have two guys on the field that can each attack the ball carrier or blitz the QB. As a giant, Predator safety Orlando McAfee towers over not only essentially all WRs but also practically all TEs, all the while he still has the ability to play coverage or attack the football. Fellow Predator safety Clint Ferguson doesn't have quite the same height as McAfee but he has top-notch speed and shares the ability to attack the football. In addition to the Predators, Coverage safety Derek Barry will also find playing time in certain packages, particularly in 3rd & long situations.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
AGI
ACC
MCV
ZCV
PRS
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
BSH
SS-P
Orlando McAfee
SrRS
89
91
90
89
75
85
83
88
82
85
82
82
SS-P
Clint Ferguson
SrRS
84
96
87
98
74
77
81
84
80
80
78
80
SS-P
C.J. Robertson
JrRS
82
91
91
91
74
79
77
85
80
78
76
65
SS-P
Damien Cason
SoRS
79
84
72
86
71
86
83
78
88
83
68
76
SS-C
Derek Barry
SoRS
82
94
91
93
88
86
79
69
65
86
90
60
SS-C
Tim Watson
Fr
79
95
82
93
84
84
80
73
70
75
79
41
Kickers & Punters
It's tough to replace a player that is an award winner anytime you have to do it. Imagine trying to replace one player that won the most prestigious award for his position three times, then imagine at the same time trying to replace a player that won his comparable award all four times he was eligible. With Kicker Brian Washington and Punter Marcus Jackson leaving at the same time, Michigan coaches have to do just that. That said, the coaches have been able to train players to bring out the best in them. In comes Kicker Dominique White who has spent one year on campus and true freshman Punter Matthew Jude. Only time will tell how they compete with Washington and Jackson.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
KPW
KAC
K
Dominique White
FrRS
83
85
84
P
Matthew Jude
Fr
80
86
76
*As always, ratings are pre-training results.
Quarterbacks
After a stellar season by outgoing senior Bryan Weaver, whoever steps into the QB role for the Wolverines will have big shoes to fill; in steps Redshirt Senior Michael Coleman. Coleman has excellent speed and an accurate arm though don't expect him to win any distance throwing competitions anytime soon. Behind him will be a bulldozer of a QB in Cedric Clement. Clement likely won't see any significant playing time though could find himself playing in certain packages such as goalline situations. In addition to those two are 3 true freshman, each different from the next. Pat Robinson is the electric speedster, Eric Webb is the bruising runner and James McLaughlin is the statue with a million dollar arm. All three will redshirt but will all provide a bright future.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
THP
THA
SPD
AGI
ACC
BTK
ELU
CAR
QB
Michael Coleman
SrRS
86
82
92
94
83
88
72
73
69
QB
Cedric Clement
SoRS
81
88
82
85
87
85
81
84
71
QB
James McLaughlin
Fr
80
93
87
59
67
73
62
71
51
QB
Eric Webb
Fr
76
84
81
77
80
83
79
75
82
QB
Pat Robinson
Fr
74
80
85
88
87
92
64
73
66
Halfbacks
For the first time in four years, Michigan is tasked with finding a new ball carrier as four year starter Jake Marks has departed to the NFL. Leading the way will likely be bruiser Reggie Stallings. With excellent ability to run through defenders and knock their heads off with a monster stiff arm. Complimenting his thunder will be lightning HB Andrew Childs; with his top-end speed, Childs was the returner of the year but now looks to earn his stripes with the offense.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
AGI
ACC
BTK
TRK
ELU
CAR
SPM
JKM
HB
Reggie Stallings
JrRS
90
92
92
97
87
98
67
84
80
77
HB
Andrew Childs
SrRS
85
98
90
93
79
61
99
81
84
99
HB
Anthony Thompson
SoRS
84
89
91
95
74
72
89
81
91
78
HB
Justin Bradley
Fr
79
91
84
86
73
85
71
72
85
83
HB
Cedric Austin
Fr
74
96
88
89
73
63
85
59
82
82
Fullbacks
While FB is not a major position for the Michigan offense, when called upon, big bruiser Kellen Smith is the perfect man for the job. With great strength and blocking abilities, he'll clear a path anytime he's asked, though don't expect him to pick up more than a few yards a carry.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
STR
BTK
TRK
CTH
PBK
RBK
IBL
FB
Kellen Smith
SrRS
82
64
87
70
81
69
79
83
87
FB
Ryan Branch
So
78
75
78
60
61
71
81
81
82
Wide Receivers
In Michigan's offense, there are three distinct types of receivers… the chain-moving possession receiver, the speedster to extend the field, and the bruiser to clear out Nickel corners in the run game. The leader of the group for 2018 will be Frank Wiggins, a man that possesses all three traits with good speed, good hands, all while still being able push the occassional linebacker around. Complementing him as the speedster will be Sean Garrett and the bruiser as true freshman Cedric Campbell. Rounding out the top four will be Lukas Wood.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
Ht
SPD
AGI
ACC
STR
CTH
SPC
CIT
RTE
REL
WR
Frank Wiggins
JrRS
87
6-5
90
80
96
72
86
77
76
95
83
WR
Sean Garrett
JrRS
86
6-2
95
80
96
56
85
75
74
91
81
WR
Cedric Campbell
Fr
81
6-4
84
78
86
73
86
85
73
80
78
WR
Lukas Wood
FrRS
79
5-11
94
92
91
63
80
84
66
66
68
WR
Maurice Underwood
Fr
78
6-6
85
76
98
72
81
82
74
80
71
WR
Brandon Black
So
78
5-11
85
83
83
59
75
88
83
85
82
WR
Jason McLaurin
FrRS
73
6-5
82
68
86
71
83
77
77
76
74
Tight Ends
Much like the FB, Tight Ends are primarily just used in certain situations as either extra blockers or a decoy; Eric Capps will fill that role when needed. Capps has decent hands but is a better blocker and can help seal the edge for outside running. Behind him will be newcomer JUCO Ryan Bell who fits a similar mold as Capps.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
Ht
SPD
STR
CTH
SPC
CIT
RTE
PBK
RBK
IBL
TE
Eric Capps
JrRS
83
6-5
77
79
74
71
75
76
78
80
80
TE
Ryan Bell
Jr
78
6-6
75
79
68
71
80
81
76
77
81
Offensive Lineman
As far as Offensive Lineman go, Michigan requires a mix of both pass blockers and run blockers to clear the way; leading the charge will be senior Trey Hall. Hall has spent the last three years at the Center position but this year moves out to the Right Tackle position to hopefully sew up that side of the ball. Opposite him will be Mike James as he expects to keep QB Coleman's blindside clean. Inside will be stud run blocker John Hunt to lead the way while redshirt Sophomore Ryan Martin takes over the center position for Hall. That leaves the Left Guard position open and currently it looks like that won't be decided until players arrive to campus in the fall. Competing for that job will be Kevin Gray, Eric Anderson, and Adam Raymond, all vying for a chance to break into the starting lineup.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
Ht
Wt
STR
AGI
ACC
PBK
RBK
IBL
LT
Mike James
JrRS
85
6-3
279
85
62
95
92
85
82
LT
Derek Edwards
SoRS
81
6-0
281
85
61
90
88
83
81
LG
Kevin Gray
SoRS
78
6-3
287
85
70
88
80
86
82
LG
Eric Anderson
FrRS
77
6-2
261
90
69
89
82
83
75
LG
Adam Raymond
FrRS
76
6-3
315
82
60
92
86
81
77
C
Ryan Martin
SoRS
88
6-8
297
88
58
93
89
86
87
C
Raymond Martin
Fr
78
6-3
315
87
67
88
86
77
79
RG
John Hunt
SrRS
92
6-1
305
93
65
95
86
96
86
RT
Trey Hall
Sr
87
6-4
306
94
70
91
89
90
80
RT
Lance Shelton
JrRS
79
6-6
287
87
63
89
83
83
80
Defensive Ends
Returning at the Defensive Ends are two stellar seniors. At the Left End, Paul Pollard returns after an excellent 2017 campaign that saw him second in the nation in sacks with 22. Opposite him will be Fred Levine who is just as solid as Pollard but rarely has QBs scramble directly towards him. Behind them will be a mix of young talent that will be able to contribute but none ready to take over the reigns just yet. The leader of that backup pack will be Jamey Charles as he has a wide skillset that allows him to rush the passer but also drop back into coverage from time to time.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
Ht
Wt
SPD
STR
PMV
FMV
BSH
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
LE
Paul Pollard
SrRS
91
6-2
279
86
84
85
81
92
88
91
82
86
LE
Jamey Charles
SoRS
83
6-5
253
73
79
78
63
83
88
84
83
87
LE
Raymond Fields
SoRS
78
6-4
250
77
76
83
71
85
85
83
84
65
RE
Fred Levine
Sr
88
6-3
257
74
84
93
93
90
86
90
86
87
RE
Gary Landry
SoRS
81
6-5
261
71
80
85
78
84
84
88
79
77
RE
Adam Martin
Fr
77
6-1
225
74
81
80
82
87
78
76
76
80
Defensive Tackles
The interior defensive line sees their bowling ball returning to campus; short and stout Chris Martindale returns after having a solid season in 2017 and is expected to do the same in 2018. Complimenting him will likely be redshirt Junior Jason Jones. Jones has excellent ability to not only play the ball but also play the blocker opposite him. Much like the DE position, the DT position has quite a bit of young talent that will be mostly on the sidelines in 2018 but will contribute significantly in 2019 and beyond.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
Ht
Wt
SPD
STR
PMV
FMV
BSH
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
DT
Chris Martindale
Sr
87
6-0
318
58
86
92
78
91
82
88
86
85
DT
Jason Jones
JrRS
79
6-1
260
51
79
87
86
88
75
79
90
87
DT
Brandon Meyers
So
79
6-3
260
70
84
75
63
76
82
77
77
86
DT
Dallas Bryant
Fr
75
6-3
275
53
84
79
78
80
74
78
77
77
DT
Mark Rouse
SoRS
74
6-1
282
56
84
83
80
80
69
73
76
76
DT
Courtney Shuler
Fr
73
6-1
280
61
85
77
71
77
78
74
71
76
Linebackers
After a switch to the 4-2-5 in 2017, Michigan concentrated on finding two stud LBs that can handle every down. In 2018, they found a perfect duo in OLB Todd McCoy and MLB Justin Lane. McCoy is an excellent all-around LB with speed, strength, pass rushing, ball tracking and perhaps the best coverage skills of any LB in the country. Lane is a great partner in crime has he can quickly launch off the line in pursuit of the ball and then punish the ball carrier. Like the defensive line, the starters at the Linebacker are top notch but the players behind them are young and raw. The best of the bunch will be OLB John Foster. Expect Foster to backup both roles though he's not quite ready to hold his own on every down.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
STR
AGI
ACC
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
PMV
FMV
BSH
MCV
ZCV
MLB
Justin Lane
SrRS
91
88
82
75
99
83
95
89
89
84
83
89
73
76
MLB
Dane Butler
So
79
85
81
78
89
77
85
86
80
72
72
80
71
64
MLB
John Smith
FrRS
76
82
80
81
92
78
83
74
74
75
74
76
72
73
OLB
Todd McCoy
JrRS
88
86
78
74
94
81
81
91
86
77
83
80
87
90
OLB
John Foster
SoRS
81
86
82
88
82
77
80
84
73
71
70
91
76
75
OLB
Justin Marshall
SrRS
78
90
71
71
94
80
82
74
79
56
60
72
81
73
Cornerbacks
With two departing shutdown cornerbacks leaving in Thomas Torres and Junior Carter, Michigan will have a tough time finding the same capacity of players to start; step in Ryan Banks and Nate Montgomery. Banks has contributed already in his career thus far and is now ready to step into a starting role and Montgomery is a developing stud in his own right. Rounding out the starters at the nickel position will be Antwain Vinson who has been patiently waiting in the wings.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
AGI
ACC
MCV
ZCV
PRS
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
CTH
CB
Ryan Banks
JrRS
84
93
82
87
95
90
85
63
71
86
89
69
CB
Nate Montgomery
SoRS
83
94
91
93
88
87
80
69
67
87
87
68
CB
Antwain Vinson
JrRS
81
94
81
84
90
90
81
61
74
81
86
72
CB
Zach Johnson
SoRS
78
90
81
92
89
82
81
58
62
79
84
66
CB
Danny Moss
Fr
76
92
91
90
79
84
79
66
70
79
77
67
Free Safeties
Just like the Cornerbacks, the Free Safety position loses a four year starter in Bryan Dean. Competing for the job will be redshirt Junior Antonio Cannon and redshirt Senior Joe Bean. Bean has been waiting in the wings since his freshman year on campus and now looks for an opportunity to start. Cannon was a JUCO recruit that redshirted last year but came to campus ready to play. Expect Cannon to likely get the nod but with Bean's speed, nothing is set in stone.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
AGI
ACC
MCV
ZCV
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
BSH
CTH
FS
Antonio Cannon
JrRS
81
93
91
92
85
84
68
61
82
85
57
69
FS
Joe Bean
SrRS
81
97
76
91
86
87
67
60
85
77
60
64
FS
Donnie Rogers
Fr
75
93
90
89
79
80
63
62
73
72
55
70
Strong Safeties
Michigan's defense typically utilizes two distinct types of Strong Safeties, the Predator safety and the Coverage safety. Losing stud Coverage safety Dominique Wilson, in 2018, the Wolverines will have two excellent Predtor-style safeties causing them to consider using the Coverage safety less and instead have two guys on the field that can each attack the ball carrier or blitz the QB. As a giant, Predator safety Orlando McAfee towers over not only essentially all WRs but also practically all TEs, all the while he still has the ability to play coverage or attack the football. Fellow Predator safety Clint Ferguson doesn't have quite the same height as McAfee but he has top-notch speed and shares the ability to attack the football. In addition to the Predators, Coverage safety Derek Barry will also find playing time in certain packages, particularly in 3rd & long situations.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
SPD
AGI
ACC
MCV
ZCV
PRS
TKL
HPW
PUR
PRC
BSH
SS-P
Orlando McAfee
SrRS
89
91
90
89
75
85
83
88
82
85
82
82
SS-P
Clint Ferguson
SrRS
84
96
87
98
74
77
81
84
80
80
78
80
SS-P
C.J. Robertson
JrRS
82
91
91
91
74
79
77
85
80
78
76
65
SS-P
Damien Cason
SoRS
79
84
72
86
71
86
83
78
88
83
68
76
SS-C
Derek Barry
SoRS
82
94
91
93
88
86
79
69
65
86
90
60
SS-C
Tim Watson
Fr
79
95
82
93
84
84
80
73
70
75
79
41
Kickers & Punters
It's tough to replace a player that is an award winner anytime you have to do it. Imagine trying to replace one player that won the most prestigious award for his position three times, then imagine at the same time trying to replace a player that won his comparable award all four times he was eligible. With Kicker Brian Washington and Punter Marcus Jackson leaving at the same time, Michigan coaches have to do just that. That said, the coaches have been able to train players to bring out the best in them. In comes Kicker Dominique White who has spent one year on campus and true freshman Punter Matthew Jude. Only time will tell how they compete with Washington and Jackson.
Pos
Player Name
Yr
OVR
KPW
KAC
K
Dominique White
FrRS
83
85
84
P
Matthew Jude
Fr
80
86
76