Michigan WR Cornelius Johnson to return for final season

Michigan wide receiver Cornelius Johnson, who led the team in touchdown receptions in 2022, will return for his final season this coming fall.

Johnson, who announced his return Sunday night on social media, had six touchdowns on 32 receptions for 499 yards, ranking as Michigan's No. 2 wide receiver. Michigan will lose leading wide receiver Ronnie Bell and tight end Luke Schoonmaker, who finished second on the team with 35 receptions.

Johnson had his best performance in Michigan's road win against rival Ohio State, recording touchdown receptions of 75 and 69 yards.

The 6-foot-3, 208-pound Johnson joins several prominent Michigan players who will return in 2023, including running back Blake…