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3 Michigan Football Players Who Won't Play as Much vs. WMU as Expected

A long-standing tradition at Michigan is not to release a depth chart. Head coach Kyle Whittingham admits he doesn't like them and won't release one either — fans and media will find out where things stand when Michigan takes the field on Saturday night against Western Michigan.

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4 Michigan Football Predictions for Saturday's Season Opener

The Michigan Wolverines will play football tomorrow. What a sight for sore eyes. The offseason feels longer every year, and this year’s offseason had plenty of twists and turns along the way.

Michigan Wolverines News / UM Hoops / September 4

Michigan announces 2026-27 non-conference schedule

Michigan’s 2026-27 non-conference schedule was officially announced today. The Wolverines are set to play six games against high-major foes, starting with an opening-week tilt against UConn in Boston.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 4

Key Michigan Basketball Updates Following Foreign Tour Trip

The Michigan Wolverines went 1-2 during their foreign tour exhibition, playing in both Lithuania and Croatia. It was a mostly good trip for Mike Boynton Jr.'s new team, but Michigan lost one of its budding stars.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / September 4

Bryce Underwood Reveals Unexpected Pressure From Kyle Whittingham He Never Faced Under Sherrone Moore

Bryce Underwood is walking into Year 2 after Michigan went 9-4 in 2025, with a 7-2 Big Ten record and a 41-27 Citrus Bowl loss to Texas. The job around him does not look the same with big expectations in place.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 4

These 6 or 7 Michigan Football Edge Rushers Will Play Saturday vs. Western Michigan

The consistent theme for Michigan's defense has been that its biggest strength is along the defensive line. When the Wolverines take the field on Saturday, Michigan will be going up against a Western Michigan team that likes to pound the rock.

College Football News / Viral Sports News / September 2

Michigan Wolverines Land Aggressive Heisman Trophy Take

Jake Butt has never been one to mince words about Michigan football, and the former Wolverine tight end just put a sizable expectation on the back of junior running back Jordan Marshall.

Roddy Gayle News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 2

Roddy Gayle Jr. Gains Small Victory in Pursuit of Playing for Michigan Basketball

According to Sam Ehrlich, guard Roddy Gayle Jr. has had a TRO granted, which allows him to practice with the Michigan basketball team. But it's far from over.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 2

Michigan Football Announces Starting LBs — What It Means for Wolverines' Defense

Kyle Whittingham might not release a depth chart, but that doesn't mean we won't learn who is starting on Saturday night for the Wolverines. It was first revealed by Whittingham himself that Channing Goodwin earned the WR3 job over both Jaime Ffrench and Salesi Moa.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 2

No, It's Likely Not Who You Thought Would Play 'Rhino' for Michigan Football in 2026

Jason Beck comes to Michigan as its new offensive coordinator with the vision of spreading things out, while leaning on the rushing attack. In both 2024 and 2025, Beck had the No.

Roddy Gayle News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 1

Roddy Gayle Jr. Suddenly Becomes Michigan Basketball's Biggest Hope

Michigan received the worst possible news on Tuesday. Star freshman Brandon McCoy Jr. is set to miss the entire 2026-27 season with an ACL injury suffered in the Wolverines' final exhibition game overseas.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 1

Michigan Basketball Freshman Brandon McCoy Jr. Suffers ACL Injury

Brandon McCoy Jr. started all three games for Michigan basketball in its foreign tour exhibition. But in the third and final game, McCoy Jr. slipped on the court and went down.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 1

2 Michigan Football Veterans Receive Positive Report Ahead of Western Michigan

Michigan enters the 2026 football season with only one major injury. Freshman offensive lineman Ace Hamilton suffered a season-ending injury in fall camp, and aside from minor setbacks, the Wolverines are going to enter Week 1 unscathed.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 1

Michigan Football's WR3 Battle Takes Major Turn Ahead of Week 1

After 28 dropped passes a season ago, Michigan made it a priority to shore up its pass-catchers for the new season. The Wolverines opted to bring in Jaime Ffrench from Texas, along with JJ Buchanan from Utah.

Roddy Gayle News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 1

Roddy Gayle Jr. Takes Action to Play for Michigan Basketball in 2026-27

The path to Roddy Gayle Jr. suiting up for Michigan basketball this season is clear. He has filed his own lawsuit in the state of New York against the NCAA for another year of college basketball eligibility.

Michigan Wolverines News / The Spun / September 1

Michigan Fans 'Hate' Changes To Iconic Stadium For 2026 Season

Michigan Stadium is one of the most iconic venues in college football. The legendary stadium officially opened in October of 1927. It’s been the home to the Michigan Wolverines football program for nearly 100 years.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 31

Preseason Bowl Projection for Michigan Football Ahead of Season Opener

It is officially game week in Ann Arbor as the Michigan Wolverines football squad is set to host Western Michigan in its season opener on Saturday, Sept.

Michigan Wolverines News / The Spun / August 30

Ted Cruz Shows Embarrassing Lack Of College Football Knowledge

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz attempted to put Michigan politician Abdul El-Sayed on blast this week, but in the process, he just exposed himself for his lack of college football knowledge.

Bryce Underwood News / EssentiallySports / August 29

Pressure Mounts on Bryce Underwood in ESPN Analyst’s Surprise Michigan Verdict

On paper, Michigan has plenty working in its favor heading into 2026. A powerful backfield, a steadier receiving corps, an attacking offensive front, and eight home games.

Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / August 25

Michigan football won't like analyst's latest ranking

The Michigan Wolverines kick off their season on Sept. 5 against the Western Michigan Broncos, and it can't come soon enough.

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Big Ten programs facing major penalties if they violate new rule on NFL prohibition

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Shaeffer Gordon-Carroll Commits To Michigan

The University of Michigan continues to add notable commitments. The Wolverines hockey program announced that they’ve received a commitment from forward Shaeffer Gordon-Carroll, a prospect eligible for the 2027 NHL Draft.

Michigan Wolverines News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 22

Dima Zhilkin Commits To University Of Michigan

The University of Michigan Wolverines are adding another top prospect to the program. According to Scott Wheeler of The Athletic, and later confirmed by Jeff Marek of The Sheet, the Wolverines have received a commitment from forward Dima Zhilkin.

Kyle Whittingham News / Yardbarker / August 21

Michigan loses promising freshman OL to season-ending injury

When Michigan takes the field this season, they won't have one of their promising young stars on the roster.

Utah suing Freddie Whittingham over departure to Michigan

Court ruling opens bizarre path for NFL players to return to college football

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Kyle Whittingham News / Yardbarker / August 11

Kyle Whittingham faces immediate pressure to return Michigan to the Big Ten elite

Kyle Whittingham has yet to coach his first game at Michigan, but patience will not be included in his welcome package.

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Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / August 6

Michigan freshman setting himself up for playing time early on with Wolverines

It's tough to be a true freshman in college football, especially in this era where players are being granted extra eligibility and staying well into their mid-20s. That makes Savion Hiter even more special.

An annual Notre Dame-Texas game would be great for college football

Steve Sarkisian, Texas get massive eligibility win

Lane Kiffin sets realistic expectations for LSU 5-star freshman DL Lamar Brown

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