During his career at Michigan, Jordan Kovacs became a fan favorite, an underdog that everyone wanted to see succeed.

From walk-on to All-Big Ten safety, Kovacs embodied the strong work ethic required by Wolverines coach Brady Hoke.

This fall, new candidates will line up for the role of the unsung hero, the working man’s working man. The high-prolifers—such as quarterback Devin Gardner, receiver Jeremy Gallon and left tackle Taylor Lewan—will most certainly live up to their duties.

However, Hoke has others primed to make an impact. Some are younger players who’ve clawed their ways into the rotation, a...

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