In the first half of the Michigan Wolverines’ Week 3 contest against Arkansas State, tight end Colston Loveland went down with an injury.
What’s the latest on Loveland’s status as the Wolverines press on, and will his absence be an extended one?
Latest Update on Colston Loveland’s Injury in Week 3
After a play in the second quarter of Michigan’s game against Arkansas State, Loveland suffered an apparent injury and came up hurt. While there were no immediate details on Loveland’s injury, he appeared to be favoring his arm.
When an official update is given on Loveland’s status — or if he returns to the game — this article will be updated accordingly.
Entering Week 3, Loveland had fielded 20 targets — 16 of which he caught. He accrued 157 yards and a touchdown on those receptions. Thus far in the team’s Week 3 clash against Arkansas State, Loveland had two catches for 23 yards — including an impressive one-handed snag.
Loveland is the Wolverines’ top receiver, with almost three times the yardage of the next most productive pass-catcher in Michigan’s offense. His 2024 production mirrors his prestige as a 2025 NFL Draft prospect. Loveland is viewed as a potential first-round talent.
Should Loveland miss extended time, the Wolverines will likely rely more on backup tight end Marlin Klein. Klein is a true junior from the 2022 class who had two catches entering Week 3. Already, he’s doubled his career catch total.
Colston Loveland a Top 2025 NFL Draft Prospect
If Loveland is lost for an extended period of time, it would be a massive blow for the Michigan offense, as the entire passing attack almost flows through Loveland.
Loveland is one of the most dynamic talents at the TE position in college football, and his NFL Draft recognition follows suit. He’s the TE1 on Pro Football Network’s 2025 NFL Draft Board and a top-20 overall prospect in the upcoming class.
Loveland’s scouting report at PFN describes him as “a lab-built natural separator at tight end” with rare explosiveness, short-area agility, and bend.
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