Ann Arbor — Michigan’s four-man running back rotation might add another in senior Drake Johnson, who has a good shot at finally getting on the field Saturday against Illinois.
Offensive coordinator Tim Drevno likes having so many options in the run game because it gives the Wolverines a change-up while also allowing the backs to stay fresh.
Third-ranked Michigan faces Illinois on Saturday at Michigan Stadium, and Johnson, who hasn’t played because of a muscle strain before the start of the season, has been practicing and apparently is ready to go.
He will join an established rotation that includes freshman Chris Evans, who leads the team with 400 yards and has scored three touchdowns.