Led by five-star quarterback Bryce Underwood, there was a litany of high-profile players already working out with the team, including wide receivers Andrew Marsh and Jamar Browder, offensive linemen Andrew Babalola and Avery Gach, cornerback Shamari Earls, and defensive tackle Travis Moten.

The true-freshman Michigan running back spent most of 2024 buried on the depth chart, behind the more experienced, veteran backs Donovan Edwards and Kalel Mullings, and fighting for scraps with sophomore Ben Hall. But with Edwards and Mullings sitting out the Wolverines’ ReliaQuest Bowl matchup vs. Alabama, he knew it was his turn.

Jordan Marshall, a former four-star and Top 100 prospect in the 2024 class, finished with 100 yards on 23 carries for the Wolverines in their 19-13 upset win over the Crimson Tide, earning MVP honors in the process. It was the freshman's first career start.

Future is bright at Michigan,” Sherrone Moore said on stage following Wolverines 19-13 win over Alabama in ReliaQuest Bowl, setting stage for 2025.

The Michigan football team finished up its 2024 season on Tuesday with a 19-13 win over #11 Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl. The Wolverines were 16.5-point underdogs heading into this one as they had several key players out due to opt-outs,