Michigan’s passing attack has been a source of frustration for the Wolverines over the past two seasons, as the team has struggled to get the ball into the hands of its wide receivers.
That narrative may be shifting heading into the 2026 campaign. The program’s receiving corps boasts a blend of established playmakers and highly touted newcomers, giving the staff reason to believe the unit could finally provide the consistency that has eluded them.
Projected starters include senior Andrew Marsh, who burst onto the scene as a true freshman with a program‑record 651 receiving yards, alongside Jaime Ffrench, a five‑star recruit whose balanced skill set makes him a versatile threat, and JJ Buchanan, whose final season at Utah yielded 26 catches for 427 yards and five touchdowns.
A deep and versatile receiving corps
The second‑string rotation adds depth with players such as Salesi Moa, a four‑star recruit who has been featured heavily in slot packages, Jamar Browder, and Channing Goodwin, who appeared in all 13 games last year and contributed on special teams.
Other names worth monitoring include true freshman Travis Johnson, a four‑star prospect from Virginia, and redshirt junior Kendrick Bell, who saw limited snaps but could push for more involvement. The breadth of talent suggests that up to six different wideouts may see meaningful action.
If the Wolverines can harness this depth, the offense could finally click, turning a position that has been a weak link into a reliable weapon.