While there are still some big names fans are waiting to hear if they will return in 2025 like Rod Moore, Rayshaun Benny, and Jaishawn Barham -- there are some

Michigan Wolverines offensive lineman Giovanni El-Hadi (58) celebrates with tight end Colston Loveland (18) after Loveland caught a pass in the end zone for a two-point conversion on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 in Ann Arbor. The Wolverines defeated the Spartans 24-17. (Jake May | MLive.com)

The offensive line is a big area of focus for the Michigan football team this offseason, and getting a starter to come back is big. Giovanni El-Hadi has a lot of experience, and he earned All-Big Ten Honorable Mention honors this season. He was a very important player on offense and that experience is needed next year.

Former UMass wide receiver Anthony Simpson pledged to join Michigan football via the transfer portal on Sunday night, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel.

Though not a household name, Michigan managed to reel in UMass wide receiver Anthony Simpson who will come in as a grad transfer. Simpson only appeared in two games in 2024 but had 57 catches for 792 yards in 2023, showing he could be a leading wideout when tasked and healthy.

The Michigan football team picked up an intriguing transfer portal commitment a few days ago as UCLA long snapper Trent Middleton is coming to play for the Wolverines. Long snappers and players at other special teams positions don't typically garner a lot of attention from fans in the transfer portal,