Hurley exits Michigan
QB Colin Hurley — who saw no meaningful snaps in two seasons at LSU — transferred to Michigan but is already departing after one semester, citing a crowded QB room led by a five‑star freshman (x.com). The move underscores how fit and opportunity, not just program prestige, are driving transfer decisions this cycle (x.com).
Michigan confirmed the move: team spokesman Dave Ablauf told reporters “Colin has departed the program,” and the university removed Hurley from the roster on March 31, 2026. (aol.com) Hurley had officially committed to Michigan from LSU on Jan. 13, 2026 and participated in winter conditioning before spring practice began. (wolverineswire.usatoday.com) He joined LSU early after reclassifying in January 2024, redshirted the 2024 season and missed spring 2025 time after a single‑car crash that left him unresponsive; LSU reported he made a full recovery and rejoined the team in April 2025. (on3.com) The quarterback room in Ann Arbor saw heavy turnover this offseason — veterans like Davis Warren and Mikey Keene exited while Michigan added graduate transfer Brayden Fowler‑Nicolosi and true freshmen such as Tommy Carr and Brady Smigiel — and Hurley left amid that springtime reshuffle. (on3.com) Multiple outlets listed Hurley as retaining three years of eligibility upon his arrival at Michigan, and On3 reported he had been competing for a backup role before his departure. (wolverineswire.usatoday.com) Michigan entered the season under new head coach Kyle Whittingham after his Dec. 26, 2025 hire, and Whittingham’s staff publicly assessed the QB competition through March practices as the roster settled. (usnews.com)
