ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- One position group that should probably have more offseason intrigue for Michigan football is the tight ends room. After all, the Wolverines will be looking to replace the No. 10 overall pick in this year's NFL draft in Colston Loveland -- who has been a mainstay from late in the 2022 season through last year's 2024 campaign.

While the tight ends will play a key role in the run game, Freeze emphasized the need for improved physicality and pad level. Although opponents may focus on Auburn's strong wide receiver corps, this could create opportunities for the tight ends in the passing game.

Broncos coach Sean Payton and Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon agreed before Saturday's game that they wouldn't play their starters.

After some initial audio issues, Hinch, Benetti and former Lions offensive lineman T.J. Lang joked that it was Benetti's fault that, right when Hinch got on the broadcast, the Dolphins scored. And Hinch sarcastically agreed. "I blame Benetti for everything," Hinch said.

The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired wide receiver John Metchie from the Houston Texans for veteran tight end Harrison Bryant, a person with knowledge of the trade told The Associated Press

Broncos coach Sean Payton announced after Thursday's joint practice with the Arizona Cardinals that tight end Nate Adkins underwent a tightrope procedure after spraining his ankle. The recovery time will linger into the regular season.

Jason Kelce recently spoke about how his brother, Travis Kelce, has distinguished himself among tight end legends.

Unlike most players at his position, Sorensen knew how to block from playing offensive line and had to learn the skill part of playing tight end.