Freshman LB Aden Reeder’s willingness to improve has impressed Michigan Football’s coaching staff

Ann Arbor, Michigan - April 18: Freshman Michigan Wolverines linebacker Aden Reeder has impressed the coaching staff with his dedication to learning and improving on a daily basis. Though not the most prominent freshman on the roster, Reeder has already begun making an impact on the special teams unit. Special teams coordinator Kerry Coombs praised Reeder's ability to study game footage and retain information, noting that he watches the tape repeatedly.

At 6-foot-2 and 223 pounds, Reeder was recruited to Michigan after switching from Wisconsin last November and arrived as an early enrollee in January.

Reeder's coach, Alex Whittingham, highlighted how the freshman has adapted well to college football. Having arrived in winter, he quickly put on weight and developed into a collegiate body. Coombs also expressed admiration for Reeder's eagerness to learn, recounting how he immediately rushed to the facilities after receiving a text from a coach to review a mistake in the film.

Reeder's commitment to improvement extends beyond the field, as he regularly watches game footage and seeks guidance from coaches. Despite having several more experienced players ahead of him on the depth chart, Reeder is hopeful for opportunities to contribute at linebacker this season. Whittingham believes that Reeder will continue to emerge as the season progresses, starting with valuable reps on special teams.