Dom Nichols injury update: Michigan football star DE exits game vs Iowa
Michigan football may have lost star pass rusher Dom Nichols in the first half of the first Big Ten game of the season against Iowa.
Michigan football suffered a setback as star defensive end Dom Nichols was forced to leave the game against Iowa on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Michigan Stadium. The injury occurred in the first half, with Nichols recording a tackle for loss before limping towards the sideline to request assistance. He was able to walk off the field shortly after, favoring his right leg.
Initially listed as questionable with an undisclosed injury, Nichols was cleared to play earlier that week. He has been a standout player for the Wolverines, ranking second among edges in tackles (11) and sacks (2½) during a promising junior season. At the time of the injury, Michigan led Iowa 10-7. This breaking news story will be updated shortly.
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