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Jake Butt chooses Michigan over NFL

Michigan tight end Jake Butt, a day after telling reporters he was “50-50” whether he would return for his final year of eligibility or leave for the NFL, has decided to play for the Wolverines next season.

Butt was voted the Big Ten’s Tight End of the Year.

“My heart and soul is with Michigan, and I’m excited to return for my senior year and play for the most historic university and the greatest coaches in college football,” Butt posted on his Twitter account Tuesday afternoon. “And to go into battle another year with my friend and teammates.