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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.

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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

Which Michigan Players Could Enter the Transfer Portal if They Lose Their Starting Jobs?

With fall camp currently ongoing, there have been a couple of interesting updates to the Michigan projected starting offense. With some guys winning battles, the flip side of that is that some guys will also be losing battles.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 12

Updated Michigan Football Projected Defensive Starting Lineup After a Week of Fall Camp

Michigan football is entering its second week of fall camp and position battles are still being watched. The Wolverines' offense might have a few more close battles than the defense, but that doesn't mean Michigan's defense is set in stone.

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

College Football News / Yardbarker / August 11

Michigan playing with fire with nonchalant approach to Ohio State rivalry

Underselling the importance of The Game doesn't seem like the correct move.

Bryce Underwood has surprising description of Kyle Whittingham

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

Quarterback competitions to watch in the Big Ten ahead of 2026 season

Curt Cignetti, Trinidad Chambliss and CFB's 'rags to riches' stories in 2026

Anonymous coach believes Lane Kiffin gets too much credit for Chambliss

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

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 11

Top Heavy Cornerback Group Gives Michigan Football Reason for Optimism on Defense

The Michigan Wolverines are sorting through their roster as fall camp continues to progress. The Wolverines have a few decisions to make under new defensive coordinator Jay Hill.

Bryce Underwood News / EssentiallySports / August 10

Michigan Rival Coach Takes Brutal Shot at $3M Bryce Underwood: 'Just Because You Pay Somebody…'

College football can be a brutal business, and right now, Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood is finding that out the hard way. Entering his sophomore year under massive scrutiny, the young star is learning that a huge price tag brings zero room for error in Big Ten football.

Kyle Whittingham News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 10

4 Interesting Things Michigan HC Kyle Whittingham Said: O-Line Battles, Health of Team

Kyle Whittingham took the podium on Monday for his second press conference of fall camp. Michigan is now one week in and the Wolverines are starting to see some progression from different areas on the team.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 10

How JJ Buchanan and Michigan's 'Explosive' Offense Will Help Andrew Marsh in 2026

Despite wide receivers struggling to catch the football last season, it took Sherrone Moore four games before inserting freshman Andrew Marsh into the starting lineup in 2025.

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

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.