Michigan running back Kalel Mullings will not play against Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl on New Year's Eve as he prepares for the 2025 NFL Draft, he announced Friday on social media. According to multiple reports,

Michigan powerhouse running back Kalel Mullings has made it official and declared for the 2025 NFL Draft. Mullings will go down as the embodiment of Michigan's

Kalel Mullings led Michigan football in rushes (185), yards (948), and rushing touchdowns (12) but did not travel to Tampa, Florida, with the team.

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.

Michigan running back Kalel Mullings, who rushed for 948 yards and 12 touchdowns this season, announced Friday he is entering the NFL draft.

ANN ARBOR, Michigan (AP) — Michigan defensive lineman Kenneth Grant is skipping his final college season to enter the NFL draft. Grant, a key part of the Wolverines’ 2023 national championship team, announced his decision Thursday on X, formerly known as Twitter.

Michigan football may have gone 7-5 this past season but it was rife with talent — particularly on the defensive side of the ball. But even with multiple stars declaring for the NFL draft shortly after the conclusion of the regular season, there was one Wolverine who appeared to be holding out.