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An NFL draft analyst posed a surprising question
He hinted he would chose a current Ohio State receiver over Michigan’s all-time roster
The Wolverines’ receivers have improved this season
The Michigan Wolverines’ passing game has become part of a team-wide resurgence this season with Bryce Underwood leading the way at quarterback and newcomers Andrew Marsh, Donoven McCulley and others stepping up.
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The Wolverines aren’t one of the top passing teams in the country but they have the ability to play like one against above average competition when Underwood has time in the pocket.
On Friday, a well known NFL draft analyst had a surprising take on Michigan’s receivers that he tied into a current Ohio State Buckeye’s ascension with Ryan Day’s program.
Michigan wide receiver Andrew Marsh (4) runs against Washington safety Alex McLaughlin (12) during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. © Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Carnell Tate – Better Than Any Michigan Receiver, Ever?
Breer posed the question as to whether current Buckeyes wideout Carnell Tate would be the best receiver in Michigan history if he played in Ann Arbor.
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Tate, the number two receiver behind Jeremiah Smith for the Buckeyes, has 34 catches for 587 yards and six touchdowns with Ryan Day’s team this season.
Two sports talk radio hosts from Cleveland appeared to choose Michigan legend Braylon Edwards over Tate before Breer shared his take.
“You guys can clip that if you want, I think Carnell Tate if he was playing there (Ann Arbor) might become the best receiver in Michigan history, and he’s not even number one on his own team,” Breer said.
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McCulley, Marsh, and Morgan Lead 2025-26 Wolverines
The 2025 Wolverines have been led by newcomers Donaven McCulley and Andrew Marsh in the receiving department along with Semaj Morgan, whose time with the team dates back to the 2023-24 National Championship.
McCulley leads with 369 yards, Marsh has come on strong of late to compile 297 yards total and Morgan has 214 yards despite numerous dropped passes.
The all-time Wolverines boast one Heisman Trophy winner who played the position, Desmond Howard, along with Edwards, David Terrell, Anthony Carter and other former stars.
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Breer’s assertion seems odd considering the long history of great names who played lights out football in Ann Arbor in a maize and blue helmet, but it shows his faith in Tate, who led the Buckeyes with six receptions for 58 yards in a losing effort last season vs. the Wolverines.
The Buckeyes’ receivers were stopped cold in Columbus last season but holding them down could prove tougher this year with Julian Sayin starring as a former five-star quarterback who could eclipse Will Howard’s disappointing effort last year at the Horseshoe.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Oct 25, 2025, where it first appeared in the College section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.