Kyle Whittingham discusses Michigan's offensive line competition ahead of season

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Kyle Whittingham discusses Michigan's offensive line competition ahead of season
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Michigan football's head coach Kyle Whittingham spoke about the ongoing competition for the offensive line positions as the team prepares for the upcoming season starting September 5. Center Jake Guarnera and right tackle Andrew Sprague are secure in their roles, while the left guard and left tackle spots remain contested among Blake Frazier, Brady Norton, Evan Link, and Andrew Babalola, who is recovering from a minor setback. Whittingham has identified seven to eight candidates for the offensive line but has chosen not to disclose the depth chart details, aiming for a solid roster of ten linemen.

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  • Kyle Whittingham discusses offensive line battles before season opener on September 5.
  • Jake Guarnera and Andrew Sprague are confirmed starters at center and right tackle.
  • Blake Frazier, Brady Norton, Evan Link, and Andrew Babalola compete for guard and tackle positions.
  • Whittingham aims to solidify eight to ten reliable offensive linemen for the roster.
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  • 9:39 PMYahoo SportsKyle Whittingham breaks down Michigan football's OL competition
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Michigan football coach Kyle Whittingham is keeping his starting offensive line lineup secret ahead of the season.

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