REPORT: Michigan DT Rayshaun Benny returning for 2025 season

Michigan football defensive line coach Lou Espisito reportedly told MLive’s Ryan Zuke that DT Rayshaun Benny will return for his final season. Benny likely would’ve been picked in the later rounds of the NFL Draft in April, so he’s running it back with the Wolverines.

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Michigan DT Rayshaun Benny to return next season

Benny posted career-highs in nearly every category in 2024. He posted 29 total tackles, including 15 solo, and added 1.5 sacks and two pass deflections. With Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant headed to the NFL, Benny has a chance to be the star of the defensive line next season.

The Oak Park, Mich., native has notched 71 career tackles, three pass deflections, 2.5 sacks and one forced fumble. Standing at 6-foot-4 and 296 pounds, Benny has three starts under his belt and has appeared in 41 games.

Benny could start next to Alabama transfer and Belleville, Mich., native Damon Payne Jr. in 2025.

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