Michigan freshman defensive lineman Ondre Pipkins was carted off the field on a stretcher after sustaining a neck injury during Friday's practice.

Three days later, he was right back out there.

A program spokesman confirmed that Pipkins practiced with the Wolverines on Monday. The Detroit News first reported his return.

Ondre Pipkins

Pipkins, an 18-year-old freshman from Kansas City, was taken to U-M Health System for "precautionary reasons" after sustaining the injury shortly before 9 a.m. Friday. He had movement in his extremities and was in stable condition.

He was released from the hospital later that day and observed Michigan's afternoon practice session. He was not wearing a neck brace.

Pipkins is expected to provide depth on Michigan's restructured defensive line this year, following the graduation of starting tackles Mike Martin and Will Heininger. The 6-foot-3, 340-pounder could be the primary backup to senior nose tackle Will Campbell.

Kyle Meinke covers Michigan football for AnnArbor.com. He can be reached at 734-623-2588, by email at kylemeinke@annarbor.com and followed on Twitter @kmeinke.