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3 Thoughts on Michigan Football's No. 16 Ranking in Preseason AP Top 25

College football is right around the corner and you can really smell it in the air after the preseason AP Top 25 Poll was released on Monday. The Coaches Poll came out previously, and the Wolverines ranked No.

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EA Sports Ranks Two Michigan Football Freshmen Among Nation’s Best

Last month, EA Sports released College Football 27, its latest iteration of the annual series. Each year, the game assigns ratings to each team and player prior to the start of the season, and they continue to update them as the season goes on.

College Football News / The Spun / August 16

Michigan Predicted To Be Country's 'Biggest Underachiever' In 2026

The college football season is not expected to be kind to the Michigan Wolverines in 2026. Michigan is expected to open the 2026 college football season ranked inside the top 15.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 16

Michigan Football 4-Star QB Commit Kamden Lopati Dazzles in Season Opener

After initially committing to Illinois, Kamden Lopati re-opened his recruitment after Kyle Whittingham and Jason Beck moved on to Michigan. The coaching staff had already been in contact with Lopati, a Utah native.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 16

6 Michigan Football Players Who Could Become an All-American in 2026

For the first time since the wild 2020 COVID-19 season, Michigan football didn't have any All-Americans in 2025. The Wolverines, especially starting in 2021, have had quite a few players selected as an All-American thoughout the years.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 15

Predicting Every Michigan Football Game, Final Score in 2026 — Is 10 Wins Possible?

Michigan has one of the toughest schedules this season. The Wolverines won't have much time to get things figured out with two new coordinators in place this year.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 14

Michigan Football's 'Best Pass Rusher' is Battling for a Starting Role in 2026

When Michigan coaches speak about the Wolverines' defense entering 2026, it's usually them saying it's going to be the strength of the team. Kyle Whittingham has said it on multiple occasions, and Jay Hill has shared similar sentiments when speaking about his defense.

Bryce Underwood News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 14

Buying or Selling the Early Hype Around Michigan Football Quarterback Bryce Underwood

Fall camp is in full swing across college campuses, and with that comes a level of hype and anticipation for the 2026 campaign to kick off. For Michigan fans, the Wolverines are just over three weeks away from taking the field in their home opener against Western Michigan on Saturday, Sept.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 13

Which Freshman Already Look Ready to Play for Michigan?

Michigan signed a very good recruiting class this past December, and a number of the freshmen have shown up to fall camp looking like they can contribute right away.

College Football News / Oregon Ducks on SI / August 14

Oregon Ducks vs. Michigan Wolverines Early Betting Odds Turning Heads

In what will be arguably a top game at Autzen Stadium this season, the Oregon Ducks, in the aftermath of a showdown in Columbus against the Ohio State Buckeyes, will face the Michigan Wolverines on Nov.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 13

Jason Beck Adds a Third RB to the Mix, Shares Running Game is a Strength for Michigan

The Michigan Wolverines are hoping to see a major leap from quarterback Bryce Underwood this season. With a daunting schedule ahead, the Wolverines need to see their signal caller make the strides needed, but Underwood won't have to do it all on his own.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 13

Kyle Whittingham Gives Bryce Underwood a Letter Grade Michigan Fans Can Be Excited About

With a daunting 2026 schedule ahead, Michigan knows it needs to get the most out of Bryce Underwood this season. The Wolverines could have one of the top defenses in the country and some great playmakers, but if the quarterback doesn't produce — wins aren't going to come.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 12

5 Things We Learned From Week 1 of Michigan Football's Fall Camp

A week of fall camp is now in the books and Michigan is ramping things up, preparing for Western Michigan in Week 1. After hearing the coaches and a few players speak this past week, there are a few things we can take away from Week 1 of fall camp.

Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / August 11

Bryce Underwood has surprising description of Kyle Whittingham

Bryce Underwood has surprising description of new Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham

New Michigan Wolverines head coach Kyle Whittingham is experienced. There's no doubt about it.

Michigan playing with fire with nonchalant approach to Ohio State rivalry

Bryce Underwood has surprising take on Michigan-Ohio State rivalry

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

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

Michigan Wolverines 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.

Why Ohio State has more to lose than any other team in college football

Three most overrated college football teams in preseason coaches' poll

Five toughest schedules in 2026 college football

Weekly Syllabus: PCSA misses summer cut-off, possible CFP expansion and more

The 'Schools to win a CFP game' quiz

College Football News / EasySportz / August 7

Michigan’s Running Back Room Could Be One of the Best in College Football

Michigan has built its identity around a physical running game for years, and the 2026 season looks no different. The Wolverines enter the year with a talented mix of proven production, elite recruiting, and solid depth that gives them one of the strongest running back rooms in the country.

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

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Michigan Wolverines News / MichiganFootballCommunity / August 4

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 / 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 26