Michigan Football’s Latest Transfer Raises Questions: Can the Young Brother Fill Big Shoes?
Michigan football is weaving a tighter-knit family tapestry this offseason—literally bringing siblings under one roof on the gridiron. Just announced on January 13, the Wolverines have welcomed Christian Pierce, a promising freshman linebacker from Western Illinois, through the transfer portal. What makes this move even more intriguing? Christian is the younger sibling of Trey Pierce, the steadfast defensive tackle already anchoring Michigan’s frontline. This addition isn’t just about filling a roster spot; it’s a strategic rekindle amidst a linebacking corps in flux, as the team bids farewell to its top four from 2025. With Christian’s proven pedigree—earning accolades like All-Chicago Catholic League and defensive MVP honors—Michigan is clearly betting on bloodlines and talent to forge a resilient defense. Ready for a deeper dive into this family affair and the Wolverines’ linebacker revamp? LEARN MORE
Michigan football continues to add family members to the program. Literally.
The Wolverines announced on social media on Tuesday, Jan. 13, that Christian Pierce, a freshman linebacker from Western Illinois has signed with the team via the transfer portal.
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He is the younger brother of defensive tackle Trey Pierce, a key upperclassmen in the trenches that U-M is hoping to hold on to.
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Pierce, a 6-foot, 235-pound linebacker, was named All-Chicago Catholic League, all area and defensive MVP in his senior year at Birmingham Brother Rice. He is the second linebacker Michigan added this week who is related to someone in the program as U-M also signed former BYU linebacker Max Alford, nephew of of running backs coach Tony Alford.
Michigan needs to rebuild its linebacking corps, which lost its top four linebackers from the 2025 team in Cole Sullivan (Oklahoma), Jaishawn Barham (NFL), Jimmy Rolder (NFL) and Ernest Hausmann (medical retirement).
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Tony Garcia is the Wolverines beat writer for the Detroit Free Press. Email him at [email protected] and follow him on X at @RealTonyGarcia.
This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Michigan football adds Western Illinois LB transfer Christian Pierce
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