Michigan Wolverines · All-time career leaders
Michigan Football Career Passing Touchdowns Leaders
Chad Henne holds Michigan's career passing touchdowns record with 87 touchdowns (2004–2007). John Navarre (72) and Elvis Grbac (71) round out the top three. 6 of the top 11 played since 2000; the most recent is J.J. McCarthy (2021–2023), No. 4 on the list.
Michigan WolverinesUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Passing Touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chad Henne | 2004–2007 | 87 |
| 2 | John Navarre | 2000–2003 | 72 |
| 3 | Elvis Grbac | 1989–1992 | 71 |
| 4 | Denard Robinson | 2009–2012 | 49 |
| 4 | J.J. McCarthy | 2021–2023 | 49 |
| 6 | Rick Leach | 1975–1978 | 48 |
| 7 | Shea Patterson | 2018–2019 | 45 |
| 8 | Devin Gardner | 2010–2014 | 44 |
| 9 | Steve Smith | 1980–1983 | 42 |
| 10 | Todd Collins | 1991–1994 | 37 |
| 11 | Tom Brady | 1996–1999 | 35 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Michigan only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.