While the traditional stakes might not be there, those who are playing believe there's plenty on the line for the Wolverines against Alabama.

On Sunday, it was revealed that Michigan would play Alabama in the ReliaQuest bowl in Tampa, Florida. The game will take place on Dec. 31 at it will kick at Noo

A number of stars like Mason Graham, Will Johnson, Myles Hinton and Donovan Edwards have all opted out, but U-M still has plenty to fight for.

Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) eludes Auburn defensive lineman Quientrail Jamison-Travis (97) on a running play during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. AP Photo/Vasha Hunt

Tyler Booker's status for the ReliaQuest Bowl against Michigan was never in question. The Alabama football left guard called playing in the game "a no-brainer." "I feel like everything I've poured into this team,