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Way Too Early Michigan Football Opponent Preview: Week 3 vs. UTEP

After games against Western Michigan and Oklahoma to begin the season, Michigan will remain in Ann Arbor and take on the UTEP Miners. Along with Western Michigan, this one should be a game the Wolverines are looking at to win big early on this season.

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Ranking All Michigan Football Teams From This Decade

Michigan football has seen a lot of ups and downs in recent memory. From a National Championship in 2023, to now being on its third coach in four years.

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.

Jordan Marshall News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 29

Why Jordan Marshall, Savion Hiter Chose Michigan Football Over Ohio State in Recruitment

Michigan has the chance to have one of the nation's top running back rooms this season. Jordan Marshall is back and set to lead the charge after nearly eclipsing 1,000 yards last year as RB2 and suffering a late injury.

College Football News / EasySportz / July 28

Nobody Knows What to Expect From Michigan Football

The biggest storyline surrounding Michigan this season will be how quickly the program adjusts to new leadership under head coach Kyle Whittingham. The

Kyle Whittingham News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 28

Kyle Whittingham's Biggest Concern Regarding Michigan Football for 2026 is Valid

Michigan has some big expectations entering 2026 and if all goes as planned, the Wolverines have a chance to exceed the public's expectations placed on the Wolverines.

Bryce Underwood News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 28

Top 25 Most Important Michigan Players in 2026: No. 1 QB Bryce Underwood

Our countdown is complete. We are now onto the most important player for Michigan's 2026 success and that's none other than quarterback Bryce Underwood.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 28

Kyle Whittingham Describes Five Areas Michigan QB Bryce Underwood Improved On

After 21 seasons at Utah, Kyle Whittingham comes to Michigan in hopes of leading the Wolverines back to the College Football Playoff for the first time since Michigan won it back in 2023.

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 / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 27

One Michigan Basketball Player 'Flying Under the Radar' Entering Mike Boynton's First Season

Despite a coaching change, Michigan basketball will roll into the 2026-27 season with high hopes and major expectations. The Wolverines are coming off winning a national title this past season, and even with winning it all, Michigan's offseason wasn't short of heart-racing news.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 27

Michigan Football Players Are Being Slept on Following Recent Preseason All-Big Ten

Big Ten Media Days is this week, fall camp is right around the corner, and media are selecting their preseason rankings. On Monday, Cleveland.com released the unofficial Big Ten preseason rankings for the conference, and the Wolverines came in at No.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 27

3 Thoughts on Michigan's Placement on 2026 Preseason Big Ten Football Poll

For the 16th year in a row, Cleveland.com came out with its preseason Big Ten Football Poll. The Big Ten Conference does not come out with any sort of preseason ranking, so Cleveland.com has taken the duties of doing so, asking a panel of media members to rank the teams, coming up with a consensus list.

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.

Michigan Wolverines News / MichiganFootballCommunity / July 26

Warde Manuel gets golf perks, free tickets after controversial resignation

Warde Manuel, the Michigan Wolverines’ athletic director, is set to step down from his post after a controversial stint, but not without perks in his $7.14 million buyout.

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

Sherrone Moore News / Yardbarker / July 14

Michigan AD dismisses job security questions, but that doesn't distract from unflattering report

Michigan AD Warde Manuel dismisses job security questions as social media speculation, but that doesn't distract from unflattering report

Manuel says chatter about his job security is just social media noise.

Michigan AD Warde Manuel pushes back on job status reports

Reports: Michigan AD Warde Manuel's job in jeopardy amid investigation

The 'NCAA men's basketball champs' quiz

Michigan Wolverines News / Total Pro Sports / July 14

Former Michigan Wolverines Coach Exposes University For Massive Cheating Scandal Cover-Up In Explosive New Lawsuit

A former assistant coach filed an amended lawsuit against the University of Michigan. The filing claims university officials knew about the sign-stealing scheme well before the 2023 season.

Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / July 13

Michigan AD Warde Manuel pushes back on job status reports

There has been plenty of smoke surrounding Michigan Wolverines athletic director Warde Manuel and his job status.

Manuel's job reportedly in jeopardy amid investigation

College athletes sue NCAA over exclusion from new eligibility rule

Florida State adds former Texas HC Tom Herman to staff

Can Texas live up to the preseason hype in 2026?

One Big 12 coach named 'The Standard' heading into 2026 season

Five college football programs that could exceed expectations in 2026

Kyle Whittingham News / Field Level Media / July 13

Reports: Michigan AD Warde Manuel's job in jeopardy amid investigation

Warde Manuel's 10-year tenure as Michigan athletic director is in doubt, with multiple reports Sunday that the university's board of regents will meet to discuss an investigation into the culture of the athletic department.

One Big 12 coach named 'The Standard' heading into 2026 season

Michael Irvin all-in on Miami heading into 2026 college football season

James Franklin doesn't think he needs to 'reinvent' himself at Virginia Tech

Big 12 commissioner eying another round of CFP expansion

Sonny Dykes makes case for making CFB players employees

Five college football programs that could exceed expectations in 2026

Michigan Wolverines News / Larry Brown Sports / July 10