Top 3 college football stars who could return to Michigan in 2024-25 season ft. Donovan Edwards

The Michigan Wolverines won the national championship game last season against the Washington Huskies and had a lot of turnover throughout the roster and coaching staff. However, there are still some significant players who could return to the program.

Top Wolverines who could return to Michigan in 2024-25 season

#1 Donovan Edwards, RB

Running back Donovan Edwards took a step back in 2023 but still is considered to be one of the top players returning to the program.

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He finished with 119 rushing attempts for 497 yards (4.2 yards per carry) and five rushing touchdowns, as well as 30 receptions for 249 yards (8.3 yards per catch).

Edwards showcased his dominance in the national championship game and will be a veteran leader for the program.

#2 Josaiah Stewart, EDGE

Edge rusher Josaiah Stewart is one of the top edge rushers and is returning to the Michigan Wolverines this upcoming season. He finished with 38 total tackles, 5.5 sacks and a pair of pass deflections.

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Stewart has shown the ability to step up and has recorded 12.5 sacks back in 2021. Expect him to be a dominant pass-rusher this upcoming season and be among the program's leaders in sacks.

#3 Colston Loveland, TE

Tight end Colston Loveland was one of the program's leading receivers and he is back for his junior season.

Last year, Loveland finished with 45 catches for 649 yards (14.4 yards per reception) and four touchdown grabs.

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With wide receivers Roman Wilson and Cornelius Johnson as well as tight end AJ Barner all leaving the program for the National Football League, he will be the program's biggest target to continue being a threat offensively.