- HARD TO BELIEVE: Doctor reviews the cause of “Obi Ezeh, Former Michigan Linebacker, Passes Away at 36”
Former Michigan Wolverines linebacker Obi Ezeh passed away at the age of 36. His mother announced the sad news on social media. Ezeh spent five years at Michigan, playing 50 games for the Wolverines. His mother expressed her grief on Facebook, remembering him fondly. Ezeh’s career at Michigan included notable achievements, earning him freshman All-American honors in 2007 and All-Big Ten honorable mention in 2008. Before his time at Michigan, Ezeh excelled at Grand Rapids Catholic Central, where he set rushing records and led his team to championships. His death comes shortly after the passing of former Michigan point guard Darius Morris.