The transfer portal opened on Friday and it’s in full gear. Michigan has lost a few players to the portal on Friday like LB Cole Sullivan, CB Elijah Dotson, and Semaj Morgan — with more likely to come. While it’s early, there hasn’t been too buzz surrounding Michigan getting incoming talent — which will also come to fruition eventually.
However, On3’s Pete Nakos linked two prospects to Michigan on Day 1 of the portal opening. Nakos linked Utah defensive lineman John Henry Daley and NC State WR Terrell Anderson as names to watch for the Wolverines.
John Henry Daley
This pairing makes the most sense for both parties. Michigan needs to beef up its defensive line and Utah defensive ends coach Lewis Powell is coming to the Wolverines to coach the same position. Under Powell, Daley was an All-American in 2025, while playing in 11 games.
Daley was tied for sixth in the nation with 11.5 sacks and was also tied for fourth in the country with 17.5 TFLs. The Wolverines have been known for top defensive ends for quite awhile and Daley would be the next one in Ann Arbor…