Michigan Wolverines' Offensive Line Rebuilds for 2026
The Michigan Wolverines' offensive line endured a turbulent 2025 campaign, a season marked by a cascade of injuries that forced the unit to reshuffle constantly and left the team searching for stability.
Entering the 2026 offseason, the coaching staff has assembled a group of seven players who meet the starting‑caliber threshold, giving the line a depth that was absent a year ago and setting the stage for a more cohesive attack.
At the left side of the line, Blake Frazier is slated to anchor the left tackle position, while Evan Link battles for the left guard spot. In the middle, Jake Guarnera will take the snaps at center, and Nathan Efobi is expected to man the right guard role. Completing the projected starting five, Andrew Sprague will line up at right tackle.
Beyond the five confirmed starters, the roster includes a host of capable backups. Andrew Babalola, who missed much of 2025 due to injury, is being evaluated as a potential left‑tackle option should he regain full health. Brady Norton, another injured lineman, remains in limbo as the staff monitors his recovery. The program also added Houston Ka’aha’aina‑Torres from Nebraska as injury insurance, and Manuel Beigel, who is transitioning from defensive line to offensive line, could provide additional versatility.
Younger players such as Malakai Lee and Marky Walbridge are slated to contribute on special teams or may redshirt as they develop, while other depth pieces like Giovanni El‑Hadi, Greg Crippen, Steve Frazier, Brooks Bahr, Tommy Fraumann, Ace Hamilton, Luke Hamilton and Avery Gach are all listed among the candidates who could see action if injuries arise.
The broader football community will be watching how the Wolverines' rebuilt line performs, especially as the program continues its partnership with Michigan Football and competes within the Big Ten Conference.