Overview
- The redshirt specialist announced his decision on Jan. 6 via social media, thanking Michigan before confirming his entry into the NCAA transfer portal.
- He becomes one of more than a dozen Wolverines to enter the portal since Friday, according to MLive reporting.
- Sunderland handled kickoffs for Michigan in 2025 and recorded one punt for 35 yards in the Citrus Bowl after Hudson Hollenbeck was injured.
- His background includes three seasons as an MLS goalkeeper before a medical retirement for concussions, followed by a transition to football with training from his uncle, former Michigan kicker Brandon Kornblue.
- With two-year starter Dominic Zvada out of eligibility, Michigan returns untested sophomore Stuart Blake and has 2026 signee Micah Drescher, and reporting indicates the staff will likely pursue a kicker in the portal.