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very hands-on about helping us as position groups, as a team and indi- vidually. It's been a blast. "This offseason has been awesome so far. The workouts have been great. I'm really excited about it." If Magnuson (6-6, 296) remains out at right tackle, it would put three of the Wolverines' biggest linemen (Braden at 6-6, 331, Graham Glasgow at 6-6, 303, and Kalis at 6-5, 292) in the middle from guard to guard. If the coaches don't wind up liking that look, Magnuson also has the proven ability to play guard. The rangy tackle has even gotten looks at tight end in the past, al- though he's not likely to wind up at that spot. For this crew, his greatest plusses involve his versatility on the offensive line, combined with a fast- forwarding in the learning process under Drevno. Magnuson can play a number of spots up front, but the redshirt junior has always enjoyed a comfort zone at tackle. If his spring move to right tackle sticks, the Wolverines' offen- sive line could be taking shape early. 20. Delano Hill S Hill proved a standout performer in the spring, giving Michigan what amounts to a third starting safety. The junior started five games a year ago, posting 20 tackles and a fum- ble recovery, and his ability to hold down a spot could make for some flexibility in the use of Peppers. 21. Drake Johnson RB Johnson looked like Michigan's best running back at the end of last season. But the redshirt junior 's season ended early, when he tore his anterior cruciate ligament af- ter rushing for 74 yards and two touchdowns against Ohio State in less than three quarters. His recov- ery is ongoing, and he expects to make a comeback. Harbaugh noted he'll be on hand in fall practice, but wouldn't hazard any guesses on a comeback timetable. 22. James Ross LB Ross needs to carve out a role for himself in new coordinator D.J. Dur- kin's defense. The senior posted 32 tackles with three tackles for loss a year ago, and could switch between the outside and weakside linebacker spots. He's excited about a fresh start in a reconfigured Michigan defense, one that will combine aggression with additional playmaking ability. 23. Ty Isaac RB Isaac is still a stranger to the new coaching staff, due to lingering in- juries that kept him off the field for most of the spring. This fall camp is crucial to the redshirt sophomore, in proving he can take the pounding and stay available. He has the physi- cal tools to rise into a prominent role, but needs to be able to demonstrate them consistently in practice. 24. Brian Cole WR The only true freshman on the list, Cole gives the Wolverines potential for playmaking ability from a wide- out spot. He has to prove he can do it over and over, but the practice flashes he's shown have some excited.

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