Five Michigan players who are wildcards heading into 2024 season

NCAA Football: CFP National Championship-Washington at Michigan — Michigan Wolverines defensive back Amorion Walker (1) against the Washington Huskies during the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan Wolverines football has proven commodities, including returning starters, players who will step into bigger roles after waiting their turn and others who will contribute. And then there are the wildcards. We’ve compiled a list of five players who are, at least in part, unknowns coming into the season. These wildcards could play a small role or none at all, but almost all of them could also find themselves in the two-deep or making a big impact.