The Michigan Wolverines will be entering the 2025 season with one less running back following the departure of CJ Hester.

Hester announced that he will leave the program and plan to enter the transfer portal, per On3 insider Pete Nakos. He makes this decision in the midst of fall camp, deciding to look elsewhere to find a better situation.

Hester originally transferred to the Wolverines this past offseason after spending two years with Western Michigan and UMass. His freshman campaign saw him play in seven games, making 29 carries for 124 yards and two touchdowns.

He took the next step with UMass as a sophomore. He appeared in 11 games, producing 119 rushes for 529 yards but was unable to score a touchdown.

What's next for Michigan after CJ Hester's departure

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