Sophomore Nate Marshall leaves Michigan football

Michigan sophomore defensive end Nate Marshall has left the football program with three games remaining in the 2026 season, and he is expected to enter the transfer portal in January. The former four-star recruit recorded 11 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss and two sacks this season, after appearing mainly on special teams as a freshman. His departure follows a 5-4 start and a loss to Michigan State, adding to a difficult stretch for the Wolverines under coach Kyle Whittingham. Marshall and Whittingham had previously discussed accountability issues, including missed classes, but the team has not said those issues led to his departure.