Michigan Football stands with the transfer portal now closed as the finally signed…

Michigan Football Finalizes Roster as Transfer Portal Closes

With the NCAA transfer portal now closed, Michigan Football has solidified its roster for the 2025 season under head coach Sherrone Moore. The Wolverines experienced significant roster changes, with 24 players departing and 15 new additions through the portal. (Reacts Results: Fans believe receiver should be Michigan’s top priority in transfer portal)

Key Departures: Notable exits include cornerback Kody Jones (Memphis), defensive lineman Owen Wafle (Penn State), edge rusher Breeon Ishmail (Purdue), and offensive linemen Raheem Anderson (Western Michigan) and Jeff Persi (Pitt). Quarterbacks Jayden Denegal (San Diego State) and Alex Orji (UNLV) also transferred, impacting the team’s depth at the position. (Where Michigan Football stands with the transfer portal now closed)

Significant Additions: To bolster the roster, Michigan welcomed several impactful transfers:

• QB Mikey Keene from Fresno State, providing veteran experience.
• RB Justice Haynes from Alabama, adding depth to the backfield.
• LB Troy Bowles from Georgia, strengthening the linebacker corps.
• DT Damon Payne from Alabama, enhancing the defensive line.
• OL Brady Norton from Cal Poly, contributing to offensive line depth.
• S T.J. Metcalf and CB Tevis Metcalf from Arkansas, reinforcing the secondary.
• WR Donaven McCulley from Indiana, expanding receiving options. (Michigan football transfer portal commits 2025 – Detroit Free Press)

Additionally, Michigan secured RB CJ Hester from UMass and P Luke Bauer from Missouri during the spring transfer window. (Reacts Results: Fans believe receiver should be Michigan’s top priority in transfer portal)

Looking Ahead: Despite the roster turnover, expectations remain high for the Wolverines. The team’s strong finish last season, including victories over Ohio State and Alabama, combined with the influx of talent, positions Michigan as a contender in the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff format. (Reacts Survey: Is making the College Football Playoff realistic for Michigan in 2025?)

With the transfer portal period concluded, Michigan’s focus shifts to integrating new players and preparing for the upcoming season.