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Michigan Football Offseason Recap: Where Wolverines Improved (and Where It Didn't)

We are now just one day away from the start of fall camp for the 2026 Michigan Wolverines football squad. A lot has changed in Ann Arbor since the last time the Wolverines took the field, from the roster to the coaching staff.

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Analyst names 6 Michigan players who could get a bigger NIL paycheck

With transfer portals and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), college football is entering a new era. At Michigan, that holds true for these six players,

Michigan Wolverines News / MichiganFootballCommunity / August 4

ESPN expert expects challenging road for Michigan in 2026 CFP run

The Michigan Wolverines had a favorable schedule last year yet went 9-4 overall. As they head into a new season under new leadership with head coach Kyle Whittingham, an ESPN expert is hesitant to believe they can win with 2026’s gauntlet of a schedule.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 3

6 Michigan Football Players About to Earn Themselves a Bigger NIL Deal

Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) is a major part of collegiate athletics, and when players do well, they want to be paid appropriately. The transfer portal has nearly taken over college football, and players know they can hit the open market and command more money.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 3

What I'm Watching Closely During Michigan Fall Camp (And Why You Should Too)

It is officially August, meaning college football is just weeks away from kicking off. All around the country, programs will suit up for fall camp starting Wednesday (August 5).

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 3

Which Blue-Chip Michigan Football Freshman Is Closest to Starting?

Michigan signed one of the top classes in the 2026 recruiting cycle — despite chaos unfolding. The ship could've sunk once Sherrone Moore was fired mid-December, but between the players, interim head coach Biff Poggi, and Kyle Whittingham, the Wolverines were able to retain almost their entire class.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 31

Every Michigan Football Transfer Expected to Make an Impact in 2026

Michigan took several notable players from the transfer portal this off-season, including a handful of players who followed new head coach Kyle Whittingham over from Utah.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 31

Michigan Football Depth Chart Nuggets From Big Ten Media Days

Big Ten Media Days have come and gone and Michigan will look forward to August 5, when the Wolverines take the field for fall camp. Football is in the air, and while we haven't seen Michigan in pads yet, or heard from coaches in a camp setting, we did learn a little about Michigan's depth at a few positions.

Kyle Whittingham News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 31

Kyle Whittingham Is Most Excited About One Michigan Freshman — Path to Playing Time

Michigan signed one of the top classes in Sherrone Moore's final season as the head coach. And once Kyle Whittingham took over, the retention rate was superb.

Michigan Wolverines News / MichiganFootballCommunity / July 31

'The love here is different': Savion Hiter details why he chose to play for Michigan

Five-star running back Savion Hiter had no shortage of options before signing with the Michigan Wolverines. The nation’s top running back in the 2026 class chose the Wolverines over Ohio State, Georgia and Tennessee.

Kyle Whittingham News / MichiganFootballCommunity / July 31

'Wasn’t sure': Kyle Whittingham opens up on taking Michigan job

Michigan Wolverines head coach Kyle Whittingham didn’t expect to be back on a college sideline so soon after leaving Utah at the end of the 2025 season.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 30

Michigan State Coach Pat Fitzgerald Takes Aim at Michigan During Big Ten Media Days

Big Ten media days just concluded this week in Chicago, where all head coaches and select student-athletes represent their schools in a multi-day event.

Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / July 30

Kyle Whittingham and Michigan have a blueprint for QB Bryce Underwood

It's up to Michigan head coach Kyle Whittingham and offensive coordinator Jason Beck to figure out how to unlock Bryce Underwood's potential and release him onto the rest of the Big Ten.

Kyle Whittingham is taking a very different approach to the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry

Michigan's Kyle Whittingham invites Urban Meyer to Ann Arbor with one caveat

Indiana's Curt Cignetti torches the SEC in brutal comments

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 30

Michigan's Kyle Whittingham invites Urban Meyer to Ann Arbor with one caveat

Michigan Wolverines head football coach Kyle Whittingham and Urban Meyer know each other very well.

Kyle Whittingham is taking a very different approach to the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith's first 'big purchase' was a beautiful gesture for his grandmother

Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith says SEC powerhouse was his 'dream school'

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

Michigan Wolverines News / Larry Brown Sports / July 29

Biff Poggi lands new job after Michigan stint

Biff Poggi just keeps on finding new jobs in college football, although this time he is moving to television. Poggi is set to join the Big Ten Network as an analyst for a series of shows, including B1G Countdown to Kickoff.

Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / July 28

Michigan's Kyle Whittingham has a bold idea to save college football

Kyle Whittingham has yet to coach a real snap as head coach of the Michigan Wolverines, but he's got plenty of experience under his belt.

Matt Campbell compares Rocco Becht and Brock Purdy: 'Both have special trait'

Ohio State star's first 'big purchase' was a beautiful gesture for his grandmother

Ohio State laughing all the way to the bank with jersey patch sponsorship

Two Big Ten coaches who could be fired — and two who could be hired away

Five most interesting transfers in Big Ten for 2026 CFB season

Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / July 26

Michigan's Manuel to receive $7 million buyout after resignation

Michigan AD Warde Manuel reportedly set to receive $7 million buyout after resignation

Manuel served as Michigan’s athletic director since January 2016.

Michigan AD Warde Manuel set to step down, which will end scandal-ridden tenure

The 'NCAA men's basketball champs' quiz

Michigan Wolverines News / MichiganFootballCommunity / July 26

'Trash bin': Fans horrified over Michigan’s new big house turf

As the turf-versus-grass debate continues to divide the football world, Michigan’s iconic ‘The Big House’ unveiled its brand-new green turf. But instead of applause, the makeover sparked an immediate wave of criticism from fans.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / July 25

Reports: Duke-Michigan game canceled over broadcast dispute

A blockbuster nonconference game between national champion Michigan and Duke, scheduled for Dec. 21, has been canceled, multiple outlets reported Friday.

The 'Men's basketball national champion coaches' quiz

Michigan Wolverines News / Larry Brown Sports / July 20

Michigan athletic director makes decision on his future

The Michigan Wolverines are in the hunt for a new athletic director after Warde Manuel resigned following an internal investigation. The Wolverines released a summary of their internal investigation into the athletic program on Monday.

Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / July 20

Michigan AD Warde Manuel set to step down, which will end scandal-ridden tenure

On Monday, the Big Ten powerhouse confirmed Manuel is set to step down from his role "at the end of the calendar year."

Michigan QB Bryce Underwood gets warning ahead of 2026 season

Ohio State's Ryan Day cautioned after team was 'beaten up' in 2025

Missouri HC shares update on Ahmad Hardy's status after gunshot wound

SEC commissioner didn't shy away from rumors of break with NCAA

Josh Heupel trying to fire up Tennessee for Lane Kiffin's invasion

Five impactful SEC newcomers to watch

Bryce Underwood News / Yardbarker / July 19

Michigan QB Bryce Underwood gets warning ahead of 2026 season

The Michigan Wolverines don't give in easily. This is a championship-caliber football program, and they've made changes to come back strong after the drama with former head coach Sherrone Moore.

Transfer to Louisville pays off for former Ohio State QB Lincoln Kienholz

SMU's Rhett Lashlee trying to follow the Curt Cignetti approach to a title

Miami's Darian Mensah perfectly explains NIL and transfer portal era: 'Business is business'

Analyst explains why 2026 is so important for Dabo Swinney and Clemson

The 'College football color teams' quiz