Michigan Wolverines select team captains ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 1:08 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Michigan Wolverines select team captains ahead of 2026 season

Summary

Michigan Wolverines players have elected four captains for the upcoming 2026 season, including sophomore quarterback Bryce Underwood and running back Jordan Marshall. Underwood becomes the first sophomore captain in the program's history, and Marshall is the first junior captain. Safety Rod Moore is named a captain for the third time, while defensive tackle Trey Pierce earns his first captaincy. Announced on August 17, the captains will lead the team during preseason camp, which is ongoing as Michigan prepares for its season opener against Western Michigan on September 5. The Wolverines also formed a Leadership Council comprising 12 other players.

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Key Details

•Bryce Underwood and Jordan Marshall named captains for their first time.
•Rod Moore selected as captain for the third consecutive season.
•Trey Pierce earns his first captaincy.
•Leadership Council established with 12 additional members.
•Wolverines' season starts on September 5 against Western Michigan.

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6:15 PMYahoo Sports — For Michigan football quartet, being captain 'a dream come true'
1:08 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan Wolverines players select team captains for 2026

What they're saying

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Michigan sophomore quarterback Bryce Underwood, running back Jordan Marshall, safety Rod Moore and defensive tackle Trey Pierce are the captains.
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