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Michigan adds punter Cam Brown ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:00 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Michigan adds punter Cam Brown ahead of 2026 season

Summary

Michigan Football has signed punter Cam Brown during the offseason to bolster their special teams for the 2026 season. Brown, a former standout at UNLV, averaged 42.9 yards on 22 punts in his freshman year and is expected to be the starting punter as the Wolverines prepare for their opener against Western Michigan next week. Michigan aims to improve their performance in the punt game after struggling under previous coordinator J.B. Brown. New special teams coordinator Kerry Coombs expressed confidence in Brown's abilities and noted his potential for a strong season with the Wolverines.

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By the Numbers

•Cam Brown averaged 42.9 yards per punt at UNLV last season.
•He downed eight punts inside the 20-yard line.
•Michigan's special teams ranked poorly last season under previous management.
•Kerry Coombs is optimistic about Brown's impact on the team's punting game.
•Brown will be the starting punter in the opener against Western Michigan.

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What they're saying

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The Wolverines added Cam Brown to the roster this offseason to help improve the punt game. Here’s his path to Michigan Football and outlook for the 2026 season:
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