One player who could have decided to move on to the NFL is tight end and fullback Max Bredeson, who was a team captain in 2024. After the ReliaQuest Bowl, Bredeson said of his decision, “ In the next week or so — I want to wait until after the season to figure out what to do. ”

Taking to social media, Mullings announced that he is officially moving on, meaning The Game was his final game. He has officially declared for the NFL draft, forgoing his final eligible appearance.

Edge rusher Josaiah Stewart announced on Monday that after two years in Ann Arbor, he is declaring for the NFL draft. Stewart transferred to Michigan after two years playing for Coastal Carolina and made an immediate impact with the Wolverines.

Michigan Wolverines fullback Max Bredeson announced he is forgoing the NFL Draft and will be returning to Ann Arbor for the 2025 season. Bredeson has been a part of the Michigan football team since his true freshman season in 2021.