Michigan Wolverines · All-time career leaders
Michigan Football Career Tackles Leaders
Ron Simpkins holds Michigan's career tackles record with 516 tackles (1976–1979). Jarrett Irons (440) and Erick Anderson (428) round out the top three. 1 of the top 15 played since 2000; the most recent is Jordan Kovacs (2009–2012), No. 12 on the list.
Michigan WolverinesUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Tackles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ron Simpkins | 1976–1979 | 516 |
| 2 | Jarrett Irons | 1993–1996 | 440 |
| 3 | Erick Anderson | 1988–1991 | 428 |
| 4 | Paul Girgash | 1979–1982 | 414 |
| 5 | Mike Mallory | 1982–1985 | 396 |
| 6 | Andy Cannavino | 1977–1980 | 385 |
| 7 | Calvin O'Neal | 1974–1976 | 378 |
| 8 | Sam Sword | 1995–1998 | 377 |
| 9 | Mike Boren | 1980–1983 | 369 |
| 10 | Steve Morrison | 1990–1994 | 360 |
| 11 | Greg Morton | 1974–1976 | 336 |
| 12 | Jordan Kovacs | 2009–2012 | 334 |
| 13 | Andy Moeller | 1983–1986 | 326 |
| 14 | Mike Taylor | 1969–1971 | 316 |
| 15 | Curtis Greer | 1976–1979 | 313 |
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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.