"I just have a lot on my mind right now," Donovan Edwards told WXYZ, announcing he is opting out of Michigan vs Alabama in ReliaQuest Bowl on Dec. 31.

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards is opting out of the ReliaQuest Bowl against Alabama, marking the end of his Wolverines career. Edwards is second on the team behind Kalel Mullings in carries (128),

Neither the Alabama Crimson Tide or the Michigan Wolverines had the types of seasons they wanted in 2024. Alabama (9-3 overall) lost three games, which was one too many to keep them out of the 12-team College Football Playoff.

After suffering an injury that held him out of much of Michigan's regular season-finale win against Ohio State, running back Donovan Edwards has made a decision concerning his status for the Wolverines' bowl game.

Alabama junior quarterback Jalen Milroe has not yet decided whether he will turn pro after this season, but his college career will continue for at least

A Michigan and LSU bowl date isn’t impossible. The SEC and Big Ten both have bids to the Music City Bowl in Nashville. And per the recent projections, LSU and Michigan can make the trip. The USA Today slots the Tigers and Wolverines in Nashville. Other sites have LSU or Michigan in the game but against different opponents.

Running back Donovan Edwards is the latest Michigan player to opt out of the ReliaQuest Bowl against Alabama. Already, defensive tackle Mason Graham, tight end Colston Loveland and cornerback Will Johnson have said they won't play for the Wolverines (7-5) on Dec.

The Michigan Wolverines will not have one of their most notable offensive players available when they face Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl on New Year's

While Michigan has one game remaining in their 2024 season, Donovan Edwards has taken the field for the final time as a Wolverine. The star running back confirmed that he would not suit up for the team’s final game against Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl in preparation for the 2025 NFL Draft.