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Ourlads’ Key NCAAF Matchups: Week 8

Prospect matchups to watch this weekend

Jon Cooper and Dave Syversten
10/20/2026 9:20PM ET
6 Indiana @ Michigan

Sat. October 24th | Noon ET - Fox

Michigan Wolverines:

Depth Chart | Roster

RB - Jordan Marshall #23

A junior who earned the team’s Co-Offensive Player of the Year award in 2025 and took over the every down, lead back role this season. Built low to the ground with natural flexibility and power in his lower half to create balance after contact. Will stay square to the line with a quick level of burst and adjustment to the defense without slowing down. Also has soft hands but has been under-utilized in their struggling pass game.

OT - Evan Link #71

A versatile piece up front with an NFL body and starting experience at both left and right tackle, also saw a start inside week one of 2026. Easy bender with a well-timed jab and consistent body control. Hard to find tape with him losing his center of gravity and pad level. Can take on the bull rush with a strong anchor and a level of core strength that rarely gives an inch.

ED - John Henry Daley #90

Versatile edge defender who aligns from a wide 9 down to a 3 technique. Snap quickness is his calling card as he gets into blockers with violent hands creating separation and ability to come off a block to make a play. Effective setting the edge against bigger blockers. Has a variety of pass rush moves off a bull rush and a closing burst once free. Coming off an Achilles injury in 2025 but appears to be back at full speed.

CB - Jyaire Hill #0

Long corner with the frame and speed that NFL teams covet. Well versed in both man and zone concepts with solid fundamentals. Plays outside and is a smooth mover from pedal to turn and run. Elite recovery speed if separated on a route break. Solid in run support, he flies downhill against perimeter runs and screen passes. Somewhat slender he could use more bulk.

CB - Zeke Berry #10

Michigan has an incredible secondary with Jyaire Hill, Rod Moore Jr., and Smith Snowden all solid prospects. Berry is the leader of the group playing with a high motor and fiery demeanor. Plays primarily the nickel position and is a physical run defender. Can be disruptive jamming releases and mirroring route breaks. Also an effective underneath zone defender with a quick break on the throw. Slightly undersized but he’s a player.

Indiana Hoosiers:

Depth Chart | Roster

OT - Carter Smith #65

A fourth-year starter who has played near-exclusively at left tackle, but may be a candidate to move inside at the next level. Technically sound who looks prepared every snap and is rarely fooled post-snap. Footwork and bend are clean and he knows how to move defenders in the run game, but must fix the over-extending in pass protection against speed.

WR - Charlie Becker #80

A former sprinter and hurdler who brings a unique combination of speed, burst, and body control that shows up to the field weekly. Has top-shelf ball skills which make him a terror on 50/50 balls, notably to his back shoulder. A threat to all three levels of the route tree and one who keeps his intentions secret until the final moment. Developed skill set across the board.

WR - Nick Marsh #11

A transfer from Michigan State where he set program records as a true freshman in 2024. A short strider with explosive cuts in and out of his breaks that help him get open in a hurry. Strong, big target who competes hard for the ball. A weapon after the catch stemming from play strength, aggression, and vision and will be a credible weapon as a blocker as well.

DT - Tyrique Tucker #95

Watching Indiana it is hard not to notice Tucker. A high motor run stuffer on the interior, he leverages blockers with explosive quickness and power. Most effective as a 1 technique, he consistently holds the point and comes off blocks to control his gap. He is a power rusher who can collapse the pocket and has also been effective on stunts. Lacks ideal height and length, but his motor more than makes up for it.

DT - Mario Landino #97

Landino began his college career as a defensive end before moving inside. He’s versatile enough to play outside in situations. Plays with a hot motor and fundamentally sound technique. He holds the point as a one gap player and makes plays along the line. Shows some variety in moves as an interior rusher and has a high pressure rate. Needs to continue to add lower body bulk to play inside in the NFL.

CB - Jamari Sharpe #22

Outstanding outside zone defender with excellent vision to see the quarterback and route combinations. Quick to break with the ball in the air he makes some big hits at the catch point. Has also forced several fumbles. Has the speed to cover deep vertical routes and is very tough to get deep on. Consistent secure tackling skill he rarely misses. Occasionally loses leverage in man coverage. Frame is a little light.