Michigan’s cornerback play left something to be desired for much of the 2024 campaign. With an injury to Will Johnson and some players shuffling spots, the inconsistency left Michigan vulnerable through the air at times. Things got better by season’s end, as Wink Martindale grew more accustomed to calling a college game and players were settled into their roles.
With a new season upon us, Michigan will be forced to adjust once again. Like many positions on the roster, the cornerback group will have plenty of new and old players in the mix. Undoubtedly the biggest development is Will Johnson’s departure for the NFL, but as crazy as it may sound, Michigan’s defense might have been playing its best at the end of the year while Johnson was sidelined.