It's been a great Saturday for Michigan fans. Starting linebacker Ernest Hausmann announced he would be back in the fold for next season and Edge rusher Derrick

With Crippen back, the Wolverines could return as many as four offensive linemen with starting experience next year. Tackle Jeff Persi (three starts) is expected back for his sixth year, as is redshirt-freshman tackle Evan Link, while guard Giovanni El-Hadi still has another year of eligibility.

Erik McCoy went down with an elbow injury against the Green Bay Packers, and Monday night's loss will likely be the last time we have seen him suit up in 2024. Week 16 was the third time the New Orleans Saints center had to leave a contest due to injury.

The Michigan football team received some important news on Saturday as offensive lineman Greg Crippen announced that he will return to the Wolverines for the 2025 season. Crippen improved throughout the year at center and will give this Michigan offensive line some more experience next year.