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Taylor Tatum Transfers to Michigan, Shifts to Safety Role

2/13/2026

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Story summary

Michigan secured Oklahoma running back Taylor Tatum through the transfer portal in January.
He was a top recruit who signed with Oklahoma to play football and baseball but sought a fresh start.
At Michigan, he balances sports while moving from running back to safety because the position is crowded.
He aims to improve and sees safety as a key defensive role.
He awaits Week 2 against Oklahoma, his former team.

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Story summary

Michigan secured Oklahoma running back Taylor Tatum through the transfer portal in January.
He was a top recruit who signed with Oklahoma to play football and baseball but sought a fresh start.
At Michigan, he balances sports while moving from running back to safety because the position is crowded.
He aims to improve and sees safety as a key defensive role.
He awaits Week 2 against Oklahoma, his former team.