Michigan faces major offensive line injuries before Penn State clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 1:05 AM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Michigan Wolverines are grappling with significant offensive line injuries just days before their crucial game against Penn State on October 17. Four starters are either questionable or ruled out, including center Jake Guarnera and right guard Brady Norton, raising concerns about protection for quarterback Bryce Underwood. Michigan's struggling offense has averaged only 3.4 yards per rushing attempt in Big Ten play. The Wolverines, currently at 3-2 and seeking their first conference win, will provide updated injury reports leading up to Saturday's matchup.
- •Four offensive line starters are injured ahead of the game.
- •Starting center Jake Guarnera and right guard Brady Norton are questionable.
- •Michigan's offense has struggled with just 3.4 rushing yards per attempt in conference play.
- •The Wolverines host Penn State on October 17 at 3:30 p.m. ET.
- •Updated injury reports will be released on Thursday and Friday.
- 1:05 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan Receives Brutal Injury News Just Days Before Penn State Game
"Michigan's latest injury report reveals major offensive line concerns ahead of Penn State, with four starters listed and two questionable.
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