Kyle Whittingham provides injury updates on Andrew Babalola
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 7:07 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Michigan football coach Kyle Whittingham updated the status of offensive tackle Andrew Babalola, who is recovering from a minor injury. Babalola has shown progress but will be out for at least a few more days. Whittingham also noted that running back Savion Hiter has a minor issue, while a freshman, Ace Hamilton, will miss the season due to a lower leg injury. Edge rusher Dominic Nichols is expected back soon. Whittingham reassured fans that, aside from these setbacks, the team's injuries have not been significant.
- •Babalola has a minor injury but is progressing in recovery.
- •Ace Hamilton is out for the year with a lower leg injury.
- •Dominic Nichols is expected to return soon.
- •Savion Hiter is dealing with a minor injury.
- •Rod Moore is being managed cautiously as he returns to full practice.
- 7:07 PMYahoo Sports — Kyle Whittingham updates Andrew Babalola's injury status
"Michigan football coach Kyle Whittingham provides injury updates on Andrew Babalola and other key players.
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