5 Michigan Players Not Named Bryce Underwood to Watch in Opener vs. New Mexico

5. Jordan Marshall, RB-

Marshall won the 2023 Ohio Mr. Football Award and was offered by both former Michigan running backs coach Mike Hart and former Ohio State running backs coach Tony Alford out of high school.

He now plays for Alford, who changed addresses by moving from Columbus to Ann Arbor and coaches the Wolverines' running backs.

Marshall hits the hole as hard as any Wolverines running back in recent memory and does it with speed, power, and a nose for open grass.

Marshall will battle Alabama transfer Justice Haynes for carries; expect the former to lead the way this season with Haynes close behind.

4. Donaven McCulley, WR-

The Wolverines lost a close game to Indiana on the road last year and responded by bringing in a former Hoosier in the 6'5 former QB.

McCulley has been compared to Houston Texans receiver and former Wolverine Nico Collins. His height and athleticism allow him to high point and catch passes that other receivers wouldn't come close to getting.

Michigan hasn't had a deep threat with the size and skills of McCulley in quite some time, now it's up to the potential transfer star to get on the same page as his quarterback and make the plays he's capable of making.

3. Andrew Sprague, RT-

Sprague played well in the Wolverines' practices leading up to last year's bowl victory and now has a golden opportunity to take over on the right side of the offensive line.

Former Wolverines national champion Jon Jansen is a fan of Sprague and his mean disposition along the offensive line.

The former four-star prospect has the size and skills to become a strong run and pass blocker if he plays up to his potential and avoids making foolish mistakes.

2. Justice Haynes, RB-

The second part of the Wolverines' two-headed monster at running back, Haynes looked like he was shot out of a cannon running to the edges of Michigan's defense and outpacing defenders during the spring game.

Haynes originally began his career with the Alabama Crimson Tide as a five-star prospect.

His receiving skills and breakaway speed give him a slight edge on Marshall in two different categories giving him a chance to split carries or perhaps overtake his teammate for the starting job.

1. Rod Moore, S-

One of six Wolverines captains, Moore is working his way back from season ending ACL and meniscus injuries suffered ahead of the 2024 season.

Moore has posted workout videos this offseason and has participated in practices but not as much as many of Michigan's younger defensive backs.

Moore could be relegated to a backup role this season or he could once again find his way back into the starting lineup.

A 'Michigan Man' through and through for his dedication to the program and long history of success, Moore has a knack for the big play that could show up once again on Saturday night, a scenario that would almost certainly thrill and delight the vast majority of an expected Wolverines crowd of 110,000 plus fans.