A reliable Michigan linebacker who earned his role the hard way
Kevin Leach stood out for Michigan as a walk-on who carved out a real role, starting 13 games and finishing second on the team with 66 tackles while adding 3.5 tackles for loss in the 2010 season. His value went beyond box-score production: he was trusted enough to be a regular special-teams contributor and brought steady, assignment-sound play with visible toughness and effort. If you want a linebacker who fits a team-first, high-motor culture and can handle meaningful snaps without needing the spotlight, Leach is the kind of dependable depth piece coaches like.
