One of the best running backs in college football will return next season. Michigan Wolverines running back Blake Corum is giving up his option to enter the 2023 NFL Draft and will return for another season in Ann Arbor. Corum was in the running for the Heisman Trophy as this season drew to a close, but he was injured down the stretch, derailing his Heisman bid. Corum will join head coach Jim Harbaugh, who recently declared his intention to stay at Michigan despite strong interest from NFL teams.
Michigan workhorse Blake Corum will return
Blake Corum was well and truly in the Heisman race as the season entered its final weeks. However, the youngster suffered a torn meniscus in a game against Illinois that required season-ending surgery. Corum still managed to finish seventh in the Heisman Trophy voting.
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Michigan fans will be delighted to know that he is returning to Ann Arbor for his senior season. This season, Corum rushed for 1,463 yards on 5.9 yards per carry and totaled 19 touchdowns on the season. All that production will return in the 2023/24 season.
“I have spent a lot of time thinking and praying for my future,” Corum said in a statement on Twitter on Monday. “I want to thank my loved ones for their unconditional support during this process. My goals have always been to leave a lasting legacy as the winningest program in college football history.
“Motivated by my deep love for Michigan and commitment to my education. I have decided to return for another season. It is an honor to be a student-athlete at the University of Michigan! I look forward to continuing my work in the classroom. in the field and in the community. I’m thankful for my Michigan teammates and coaches.”
Between Blake Corum and Donovan Edwards, Michigan’s backfield will be loaded for at least one more season. Edwards was terrific all year backing Corum and then taking over when necessary. Coach Jim Harbaugh, who recently declared his commitment to Michigan after interest from NFL teams, will be delighted to have his workhorse back as Michigan looks to improve in this year’s CFP semifinals.
