Michigan football tight ends face uncertainty entering 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Michigan football's tight end position remains uncertain for the 2026 season, with Zack Marshall likely starting despite previous uncertainties. Last year, Marshall recorded 16 catches for 199 yards and a touchdown. Hogan Hansen, the potential TE2, could see more opportunities after an injury last season. Until now, Deakon Tonielli and Jalen Hoffman have not made significant impacts. Analysts grade the tight end group as C+, indicating concerns about their effectiveness within Michigan's offense.
- •Zack Marshall expected to start tight end for 2026 season.
- •Hogan Hansen could emerge as TE2 with increased reps.
- •Deakon Tonielli caught eight passes for 72 yards last year.
- •Jalen Hoffman primarily played special teams in the past.
- •Tight end group graded C+ for 2026, seen as weaker.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Michigan Football 2026 position group breakdown: Tight ends
"Good TE play has been critical for Michigan Football’s offensive success over the years, and this year should be no different:
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