Michigan McExodus: Sam McGuffie, Others Planning to Transfer

It seems the strain of a 3-9 season, the depth chart, the Michigan weather, and position changes are making players leave the program. We know of two players that are gone, and one of Michigan's high-profile recruits may be leaning towards leaving the program as well. Rich Rodriguez confirmed today on the Big Ten Teleconference that sophomore WR Zion Babb is no longer on the team as of last Sunday. Babb played in six games this year and had two catches for 45 yards. We have also learned that sophomore LB/S Artis Chambers has also told coaches that he is leaving the team and plans to transfer. The biggest news is that Sam McGuffie as of right now is planning on transferring. Please note, neither the Chambers nor McGuffie transfers have been officially confirmed by U of M. But sources around the program are saying they both are planning to leave. Sam has had an up and down year. He looked great at times—see the Notre Dame game—and very average other times. He has lost his ... (link)