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Would Michigan Football's Latest Bowl Projection Make for a Successful Season in 2026?

Contending for a Big Ten title and making the College Football Playoff is the goal for Kyle Whittingham and Co. entering 2026. But during Big Ten Media Days, even Whittingham thought the Wolverines were a year away from really doing what they wanted.

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Updated Michigan Football Projected Offensive Starting Lineup After 3 Weeks of Fall Camp

Michigan will take the field in less than two weeks for its opener against Western Michigan. And according to head coach Kyle Whittingham, he has a depth chart made up, but it won't be revealed to anyone until the Wolverines take the field for their primetime game.

Kyle Whittingham News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 23

Kyle Whittingham Wins Big Recruiting Battle for Top-100 Defensive Back

Can Kyle Whittingham recruit at an elite level to sustain success at Michigan? That’s one of the questions surrounding his tenure as he transitions from Utah to Ann Arbor.

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.

Kenny Noland News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 22

Kenny Noland to Michigan Basketball on Hold — Can he Play for Wolverines?

Michigan scored a key commitment from Columbia fifth-year transfer Kenny Noland. After four years of leading Columbia, Noland opted to transfer to the Wolverines.

Bryce Underwood News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 22

Michigan Football QB Bryce Underwood Receives Best Report Yet

Although it's only his second season with the program, Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood is entering a pivotal season for the Wolverines. Coaching failed Underwood last season, but he's been an easy target for the media and opposing fans to attack.

Kyle Whittingham News / EssentiallySports / August 21

Injury Blows Rock Michigan Camp as Kyle Whittingham Makes Worrying Announcement

Michigan’s fall camp felt smooth for the first two weeks, but football has a way of testing depth when you least expect it. Heading into the third week of practices, the Wolverines hit their first real speed bump on the roster.

Michigan Wolverines 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

Three college football coaches who could contend for NFL jobs in 2027

Four preseason unranked teams that could make College Football Playoff

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

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 21

Michigan Football Freshman Lineman Suffers Season-Ending Injury — Depth Chart Set

Head coach Kyle Whittingham spoke to the media on Friday and the Wolverines only have one long-term injury coming out of fall camp. Michigan is finishing Week 3 of fall camp and freshman offensive lineman Ace Hamilton has suffered a leg injury, which will sideline him for the entire season.

Bryce Underwood News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 21

What We've Learned About Michigan Football's QB2 Battle Behind Bryce Underwood

There is no debate on who Michigan's starting quarterback is entering 2026. It's Bryce Underwood, but the Wolverines are still trying to figure out who is going to be Underwood's primary backup.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 21

Michigan Football's 'Most Intense' Defensive Battle has 5 or 6 Players in the Mix

When thinking about the Michigan defense, most of the spots are secured. There is still a battle brewing to see who starts on the other side of All-American edge John Henry Daley, but the secondary is cemented with Rod Moore back.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 20

Four Michigan Football Transfers Who Will Struggle to See Playing Time in 2026

Michigan will begin their 2026 football season in just a few short weeks, where they'll host the Western Michigan Broncos in game one on September 5th.

Kyle Whittingham News / ESPN / August 20

Utah sues Whittingham's brother over U-M move

The University of Utah is suing former assistant Freddie Whittingham for breach of contract after he left the Utes to join the coaching staff of his brother, Kyle Whittingham, at Michigan.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / August 20

Michigan football has no business being ranked No. 16 in preseason AP Top 25 Poll

It is a new era of Michigan football. Kyle Whittingham comes in as the new head coach after Sherrone Moore was fired. Players are excited about Whittingham taking over for Michigan.

Michigan vs. Ohio State Needs to Take a Play From Tennessee, Alabama's Playbook

College football used to be about tradition, but you can throw tradition out the window. Changes have taken over the college football landscape, and they aren't slowing down anytime soon.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / August 19

Cancer Survivor Ex-Michigan QB Earns Starting Role at ACC

Bryce Underwood’s QB1 spot at Michigan was secured even before his freshman year began. Despite the criticism that followed his debut season, new head coach Kyle Whittingham was quick to declare him the starting quarterback in 2026 as well.

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 / 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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