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Michigan receiver Nico Collins describes his competition in practice with cornerback Lavert Hill. Angelique S. Chengelis, The Detroit News

Ann Arbor — With Michigan receiver Nico Collins and cornerback Lavert Hill, it’s a case of he said, he said.

Whom to believe?

Collins, the 6-foot-4, 222-pounder claims he has the edge on 5-11, 182 Hill in practices. Hill says, not so fast. Collins has 10 catches for 206 yards, and his 20.6 per-catch average leads the team. He also has two touchdowns, most among the receivers and matched only by tight end Sean McKeon.