Michigan contacts two veteran linebackers for fifth year of eligibility
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 5:49 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Michigan has initiated conversations with linebacker Trent Hendrick from James Madison and Jaylen Wester from Western Kentucky, both looking to return for a fifth year of eligibility following a recent court ruling. This development comes as coaches seek to bolster an inexperienced linebacker group, amid preliminary discussions with both players. Hendrick, the 2025 Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year, led his team with 106 tackles, while Wester also surpassed 100 tackles in his last season. Both players are weighing their options for returning to college football as the 2026 season approaches.
- •Michigan has contacted Trent Hendrick and Jaylen Wester.
- •Both players seek a fifth year after a court ruling.
- •Hendrick had 106 tackles in 2025 as a Sun Belt star.
- •Wester also surpassed 100 tackles in his last season.
- •Coaching staff is looking to strengthen linebacker positions.
- 5:49 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan contacts 2 veteran LBs seeking 5th year of NCAA eligibility
"According to a report from On3, Michigan Football has reached out to 2 veteran linebackers seeking a fifth-year of college eligibility:
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