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6 thoughts on Michigan's 6 RBs next season: Why Jordan Marshall is team's next big star

Anthony Broomeby:Anthony Broome01/14/25

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Dec 31, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; Michigan Wolverines running back Jordan Marshall (23) runs with the ball against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the first quarter during the ReliaQuest Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Dec 31, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; Michigan Wolverines running back Jordan Marshall (23) runs with the ball against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the first quarter during the ReliaQuest Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

The Michigan Wolverines are going through an offensive adjustment this offseason spearheaded by new coordinator Chip Lindsey, who was brought in to overhaul the passing game. However, the rushing attack will remain a constant in Ann Arbor, and an investment was made in keeping that the case this offseason. Michigan prioritized adding experience in the transfer portal with former Alabama running back Justice Haynes joining the team. He is expected to form a 1-2 punch with former top-100 recruit Jordan Marshall, who is coming off MVP honors in the ReliaQuest Bowl (23 rushes, 100 yards). There's plenty of intrigue and question marks around this group heading into next season in a post-Donovan Edwards and Kalel Mullings era. Here are thoughts on each of the players set to fill out the Michigan running back room helmed by position coach Tony Alford in 2025.

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