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Michigan DC Jesse Minter explains how this edge rusher ignites defense

It’s been a strong start to the season for Michigan edge rusher Jaylen Harrell, who leads the team with 2.5 sacks. Harrell had 3.5 sacks in 13 games of action last season and is poised to have a career year in 2023.

The defense got the wake up call.
Jaylen Harrell comes off the left edge and gets his paw on the QBs arm to force the fumble. Captain Barrett jumps on the loose ball. pic.twitter.com/if0DduQ1bU— Due# (@JDue51) September 17, 2023

Defensive lineman Kris Jenkins calls Harrell a freak, head coach Jim Harbaugh calls him an “igniter, tone setter, difference maker” and “somebody who makes the magic happen when you need it to happen”.