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Nathaniel Owusu-Boateng poised for starting role at Michigan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 10:00 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Nathaniel Owusu-Boateng poised for starting role at Michigan

Summary

Michigan Football linebacker Nathaniel Owusu-Boateng, heading into his sophomore year, is positioned to potentially earn a starting job for the 2026 season. Following the departures of key linebackers this offseason, including Jaishawn Barham and Ernest Hausmann, Owusu-Boateng could take on a larger role in the defense. He saw limited action during his freshman year, recording four tackles across seven games. With a competitive depth chart ahead of him, he must quickly adapt if he secures a starting spot as Michigan prepares for a challenging schedule.

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Key Details

•Owusu-Boateng was a four-star recruit in the 2025 class.
•He played in seven games as a freshman, recording four tackles.
•Michigan's linebacker position faces uncertainty after multiple departures.
•Fall camp is approaching, and competition for a starting role is intensifying.
•Michigan's upcoming schedule is among the toughest in the nation.

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10:00 PMYahoo Sports — LB Nathaniel Owusu-Boateng’s path to Michigan Football, outlook for 2026

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After multiple departures at the LB position this offseason, the door is open for Michigan Football sophomore Nathaniel Owusu-Boateng to earn a starting job:
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