When Colston Loveland stepped onto the campus of the University of Michigan, few could have predicted just how rapidly he would ascend the ranks of the program’s most legendary playmakers.
After a breakout sophomore season — 649 receiving yards and four touchdowns on 45 receptions — Loveland now stands on the cusp of history. But just how close is he to being the best tight end in Michigan football history, really?
To answer that question, let’s take a look at some of the best tight ends to ever don the winged helmet.
Jake Butt
When discussing Michigan tight ends, it’d be foolish not to bring up Jake Butt, who played for Michigan from 2013-16.