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Nathaniel Staehling transfers to Michigan Football, aims for starting role

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Nathaniel Staehling transfers to Michigan Football, aims for starting role

Summary

Linebacker Nathaniel Staehling has transferred to Michigan following a standout season at North Dakota State. After a strong 2025, where he recorded 74 tackles, three interceptions, and one sack as a team captain, Staehling is set for his first season with the Wolverines in 2026. Missing spring training due to injury, he is healthy and impressing during fall camp. New head coach Kyle Whittingham has seen significant departures at linebacker, leaving many spots open as the season approaches. Staehling has the opportunity to earn a starting role on a roster needing to replenish its linebacker group.

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Status Watch

•Staehling joins Michigan Football after one standout season at North Dakota State.
•He recorded 74 tackles and three interceptions last season.
•Significant linebacker departures create opportunities for new players.
•Staehling is healthy after an injury kept him out of spring ball.
•Competition remains open for starting linebacker positions in fall camp.

Latest Updates

7:24 PMYahoo Sports — Nathaniel Staehling confident he belongs at Michigan football
8:00 PMYahoo Sports — LB Nathaniel Staehling’s path to Michigan Football, outlook for 2026

What they're saying

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LB Nathaniel Staehling transferred to Michigan after a monster 2025 season at North Dakota State. Here’s his path to Ann Arbor and outlook for 2026:
— Yahoo Sports