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Michigan Defensive Lineman Named a Top 10 Returner in College Football

Michigan Defensive Lineman Named a Top 10 Returner in College Football

Michigan's defense will look a lot different in 2026 under new defensive coordinator Jay Hill. Not just because he will run his own scheme, but the Wolverines lost quite a bit of talent on their front seven.

Yaxel Lendeborg News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 28
Analyst Has Ridiculous Take on Michigan Star Yaxel Lendeborg

Analyst Has Ridiculous Take on Michigan Star Yaxel Lendeborg

For the second NCAA Tournament game in a row, Yaxel Lendeborg has turned it on and has led Michigan to a victory. In the Round of 32 against Saint Louis, Lendeborg scored 25 points on 9-of-13 shooting, along with adding six rebounds.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 28
Even When Strengths Fail, Michigan Basketball Still Finds Ways to Win

Even When Strengths Fail, Michigan Basketball Still Finds Ways to Win

There aren't many teams — if any — that can match up with Michigan's three-headed monster of Yaxel Lendeborg, Morez Johnson, and Aday Mara in the paint.

College Basketball News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 28
Michigan vs. Tennessee Tactical Breakdown: How the Wolverines Can Beat the Volunteers

Michigan vs. Tennessee Tactical Breakdown: How the Wolverines Can Beat the Volunteers

Michigan was in a back and forth affair with Alabama early, with the Wolverines down two headed into halftime. The second half was a very different game, and it was a game dictated by Michigan.

Michigan Wolverines News / UM Hoops / March 27

Video & Quotes: Michigan press conference after win over Alabama

Dusty May, Roddy Gayle Jr., Trey McKenney and Yaxel Lendeborg were on the podium after Michigan’s win over Alabama. DUSTY MAY: I want to applaud our guys for the second half effort they had, especially considering the first half.

Dusty May News / UM Hoops / March 27

Video: Dusty May, Michigan players react to win over Alabama

Dusty May and Michigan’s players met with the media in and outside the locker room after Michigan’s win over Alabama in the Sweet 16.

Yaxel Lendeborg News / ESPN / March 27

Lendeborg takes over, puts Michigan back in Elite 8

Big Ten player of the year Yaxel Lendeborg put on an all-around showcase, putting up 23 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists to lead Michigan past Alabama 90-77 and into the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament.

Michigan Wolverines News / Inside The Rink / March 28
NCAA Game Recap: Michigan Advances to Albany Regional Final

NCAA Game Recap: Michigan Advances to Albany Regional Final

The Michigan Wolverines faced the Bentley Falcons tonight in the semifinals of the Albany Regional in the NCAA tournament. The Wolverines had Jack Ivankovic (Nashville Predators) in net, bringing in a 23-7-1 record with a 2.14 goals-against average, a .923 save percentage, and three shutouts.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 27
Star Running Back Details Why he Transferred From Michigan to Georgia Tech

Star Running Back Details Why he Transferred From Michigan to Georgia Tech

While Kyle Whittingham and the new Michigan football staff were able to retain a healthy amount of players from the Wolverines' 2025 roster to set themselves up well for 2026, they also endured some key losses via the transfer portal.

Dusty May News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 26
Warde Manuel Gives Positive Outlook on Dusty May's Future at Michigan

Warde Manuel Gives Positive Outlook on Dusty May's Future at Michigan

Once North Carolina parted ways with Hubert Davis as its head coach, there were some big names that surfaced as potential replacement names — Michigan's Dusty May was among them.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 26
Michigan Football Making Strong Push For State's No. 1 Prospect

Michigan Football Making Strong Push For State's No. 1 Prospect

Back in February, shortly after Kyle Whittingham was hired as the new head coach at Michigan, it was reported that the No. 1 prospect in the state of Michigan in the 2027 class, four-star wide receiver Dakota Guerrant (Harper Woods) was still interested in the Wolverines.

Yaxel Lendeborg News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 26
Michigan Star Yaxel Lendeborg has Extra Motivation in Sweet 16 Game vs. Alabama

Michigan Star Yaxel Lendeborg has Extra Motivation in Sweet 16 Game vs. Alabama

Yaxel Lendeborg came to Michigan in hopes of winning a national championship and the Big Ten Player of the Year is four games away from doing just that.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 26
Where Michigan's 2027 Recruiting Class Ranks After Last Two Commitments

Where Michigan's 2027 Recruiting Class Ranks After Last Two Commitments

It took nearly three months for Kyle Whittingham to land his first recruit at Michigan in the 2027 class, but the Wolverines didn't just land one player — it was two.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 26
Michigan Hoops' NIL Spendings Revealed as Similar Info for Rival Nowhere to be Found

Michigan Hoops' NIL Spendings Revealed as Similar Info for Rival Nowhere to be Found

With the Sweet 16 tipping off on Thursday night, On3's Pete Nakos published a report on what each program that remains in the NCAA Tournament spent on their rosters for the 2025-26 season.

Michigan Wolverines News / The Hockey Writers / March 26
Adam Valentini – 2026 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Adam Valentini – 2026 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

2025-26 Team: Michigan Wolverines (NCAA) Date of Birth: April 11, 2008 Place of Birth: Toronto, ON Ht: 5-foot-10 Wt: 187 pounds Shoots: Left Position:

Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / March 24
Kyle Whittingham lands his first 2027 recruit for Michigan Wolverines

Kyle Whittingham lands his first 2027 recruit for Michigan Wolverines

Whittingham has officially gotten on the board on the 2027 recruiting trail.

Jon Sumrall jokes about Florida wanting Lane Kiffin ahead of him
Wake Forest lands three-star QB Emmett Queen over Kentucky, Arizona State
The 'College football color teams' quiz
Michigan Wolverines News / Total Pro Sports / March 24
Brutal Dig Drags Sherrone Moore Back Into Controversy as Michigan Wolverines Hire Female Director of Football Operations

Brutal Dig Drags Sherrone Moore Back Into Controversy as Michigan Wolverines Hire Female Director of Football Operations

Some controversies fade, but the smoke lingers—and the case involving Sherrone Moore is exactly that kind of situation. Even after the ex-coach’s exit from the Wolverines and the passage of time since the incident, public perception hasn’t fully moved on.

Michigan Wolverines News / Athlon Sports / March 24

Michigan's Mike Legg Stunned the Hockey World 30 Years Ago Today

Thirty years ago, Mike Legg left the hockey world in disbelief. Although Legg didn't know it at the time, his audacious move would inspire players decades later around the world.

College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / March 24
Kentucky coach addresses Yaxel Lendeborg's $7-$9 million NIL claim

Kentucky coach addresses Yaxel Lendeborg's $7-$9 million NIL claim

Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball head coach Mark Pope is facing a long offseason.

Iowa State senior had disrespectful take after throttling Kentucky
Reebok hopes it has found the next 'Answer' with historic Darius Acuff Jr. deal
Arizona State has decided on Bobby Hurley’s replacement
Miami player storms the concession stand in full uniform after loss to Purdue
Bill Self turned heads with what he did immediately after St John’s game-winner
Michael Hage News / The Sick Podcast / March 22
Michael Hage And The Michigan Wolverines Have Won The Big 10

Michael Hage And The Michigan Wolverines Have Won The Big 10

On Saturday night, Montreal Canadiens top prospect Michael Hage added a championship to his resume as the Michigan Wolverines beat the Ohio State Buckeyes to capture the Big 10 title.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 21
Another Cinderella stumbles as Michigan blows out St. Louis

Another Cinderella stumbles as No. 1 Michigan blows out No. 9 St. Louis in round of 32

In a year without many Cinderellas, another fell by the wayside on Saturday.

Update emerges on Hubert Davis' future at North Carolina
'He's really the guy that's made it happen': Duke HC Jon Scheyer heaps praise on Cayden Boozer
Villanova HC Kevin Willard makes himself the story in opening-round loss to Utah State
UConn star puts up the most eye-popping stat line to open NCAA Tournament
The 'Big 10 men's Players of the Year' quiz
Michigan Wolverines News / Total Pro Sports / March 21
What Led to Michigan Wolverines Football Spending $6M After Firing Sherrone Moore?

What Led to Michigan Wolverines Football Spending $6M After Firing Sherrone Moore?

The fallout from Sherrone Moore’s exit continues to deepen, with a staggering financial revelation adding a new layer to the controversy. According to RJ Young, a popular college football analyst, the Michigan Wolverines football program has spent nearly $6 million investigating the misconduct case involving staffer Paige Shiver.

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