Jordan Marshall gives Michigan’s offensive line his stamp of approval heading into 2026

Heading into the 2025 season last year, while the Wolverines were pleased with the offensive line, everyone knew this wasn't the same type of line from the 2021-2023 seasons. That offensive line knew how to hold it down, protect the quarterback, and give the running back multiple lanes to run through.

While the offensive line wasn't terrible for Michigan last season, as they brought back the entire left side of the line, there were moments when it just didn't hold up very well. Now, heading into the 2026 season, there is a lot of experience coming back, but this still feels like a rebuild of sorts. However, Michigan could have multiple linemen who can step up and play, according to running back Jordan Marshall.

"The O-line looks amazing," Marshall said in an interview with The Wolverine On3. "They're coming together. When you have more than five O-linemen that can play, it's special."

Marshall is one who knows firsthand how dire it is to have a good offensive line. As a running back, Marshall needs a good offensive line to open up running lanes, but also to protect him in the backfield as he makes a decision on where to go. A good offensive line is also crucial for a quarterback who likes to drop back to pass, and with Bryce Underwood's arm, he needs time to make those long passes.

Michigan's offensive line is keeping things simple when it comes to its job on the field

Having multiple guys that can jump in and play on the offensive line is special, like Marshall said. If Michigan can continue to build depth on the line, it will ensure strong protection offensively going forward.

Offensive lineman Blake Frazier, who is heading into his second year at Michigan, is also giving a bit of an inside look at what the line is working on heading into this season. While there are a lot of complicated things about playing on the offensive line, Frazier made things very simple when it comes to the job of every lineman.

"Just taake your guy and put him in the dirt and you did your job," Frazier said.

The best offensive linemen have historically come out of the Big Ten, so when it comes to playing in the trenches, the Big Ten is where stars are made. Michigan, at times, has had one of the best offensive lines in the country, but as of late, that hasn't been the case as much. With a new mentality of simply beating the man in front of you, it simplifies what some see as a very complicated position at times.

Michigan can be better in the trenches this season to allow running backs Marshall and Savion Hiter to hit the seam for big runs. It is also crucial for Underwood, who is heading into his second season as Michigan's quarterback, and needs to perform better this season.

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