The first hint that Jim Harbaugh might play Jabrill Peppers on offense this season came in July, when the first-year Michigan head coach mentioned the idea of inserting the sophomore safety into the lineup when the Wolverines had the ball.
It made for a fun story and message board fodder, something to keep an eager fanbase occupied during an ensuing fall camp that offered limited media access.
The idea of Peppers, a 5-star talent, with the ball in his hands was certainly intriguing, and the 6'1", 205-pounder already figured to be Michigan's primary punt returner for the 2015 campaign.