The second week of Michigan football's spring practice was back in Ann Arbor, which meant exponentially less attention compared to the weeklong "circus" in Florida.
Plus, as is typical, head coach Jim Harbaugh closed workouts to the media. Fewer updates were available to pass along, but a few Wolverines assistants shared important notes on the team's outlook.
Notable news included defenders impressing in practice, a returning player locked in a position battle and an incoming prospect poised for immediate snaps—and perhaps stardom.
Guys and Dudes
New defensive coordinator Don Brown brought from Boston College a unique way to describe players, classifying some as "guys" but standout performers as "dudes.