Michigan Football: Summer Arrivals with Best Chance to Earn Playing Time in 2016

Devin Bush Jr. and Ahmir Mitchell have started their push for immediate playing time at Michigan, but several summer arrivals should also make an impact in Ann Arbor in 2016.

Headlined by Rashan Gary, the nation's No. 1 overall recruit, a collection of non-early enrollees have a chance to break into the Wolverines lineup.

The following signees aren't the only incoming freshmen who will see the field, but the depth chart is more favorable for the players mentioned. For example, Michigan is loaded with experience at cornerback, so prospects at that position are less likely to play than linebackers.

While starring roles shouldn't be expected, notable production in limited action has already provided a reasonable amount of hope.

Chris Evans, All-Purpose Back

Michigan has a decent bunch of running backs, a top-heavy pass-catching corps and a slew of capable return men.

Chris Evans is a little bit of everything mentioned in that list.

The versatile 4-star recruit recorded consecutive 1,000-yard seasons as a rusher and three straight years with at least 37 receptions. Evans scored 47 touchdowns between 2014 and 2015.

Opportunities in the backfield may be limited, so Evans' quickest path to the field is probably as a slot receiver or returner.

Ben Bredeson, Offensive Guard

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Ben Bredeson

Ben Bredeson ascending into the starting lineup is a bit unrealistic, but some additional playing time certainly isn't out of the question.

Last season, Grant Newsome forced his way onto the field and even logged a start as a sixth lineman. Sp the precedent is there for Bredeson, a 6'5", 307-pounder.

Bredeson said he'll begin his Michigan days at guard, according to Nick Baumgardner of MLive. Ben Braden and Kyle Kalis are returning starters, and David Dawson is a top reserve. Behind them, no one is really expected to contribute this season.

Don't be surprised if Bredeson sees some snaps outside of garbage time, especially since he could be a starter in 2017.

Rashan Gary, Defensive End

Believe it or not, Rashan Gary has a decent chance to play in 2016.

The consensus No. 1 prospect amassed 27.5 sacks over his last two seasons in high school. Gary also forced four fumbles last year.

Defensive line coach Greg Mattison said the 6'5", 293-pounder will initially play at defensive end, per Mark Snyder of the Detroit Free Press.

"He's got the size and the strength to do both," Mattison said. "It's wherever he plays the best and wherever we need him."

Barring injury, Gary will receive a significant number of snaps—perhaps the most of any true freshman.

Elysee Mbem-Bosse, Linebacker

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Elysee Mbem-Bosse

Because of depth issues and the timing of his arrival, Devin Bush Jr. is often mentioned as an immediate-impact player. That's not wrong.

But Elysee Mbem-Bosse might be even better.

"He plays downhill and can explode on contact and has really good coverage skills for a middle linebacker," defensive coordinator Don Brown said, per the school's official site. "He's a no-brainer for us and fits exactly what we are trying to do within our system."

Mbem-Bosse has a good shot at joining the rotation, though his chances are dependent on how quickly he's able to learn Michigan's system and execute.

Quinn Nordin, Kicker

Kenny Allen is capable of assuming all three specialist jobs, reprising his roles as placekicker and kickoff specialist as well as replacing Blake O'Neill at punter.

The country's No. 1 kicking prospect, Quinn Nordin, might not let that happen so easily, though.

Along with Andrew David, the 3-star will compete to grab one of Allen's potential duties. Nordin recently blasted a 74-yard kickoff in training, which would reach the back of the end zone in a game.

Being a specialist isn't glamorous, but the 2016 national championship showed just how important deep kickoffs and onside kicks can be.

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All recruiting information via 247Sports. Stats from cfbstats.com or B/R research. Quotes obtained firsthand unless otherwise noted. Follow Bleacher Report College Football Writer David Kenyon on Twitter @Kenyon19_BR.