Michigan Wolverines: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

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.

Kyle Whittingham News / EssentiallySports / August 19

Kyle Whittingham’s Michigan Makes School History With Major Step Involving Three Billionaire Giants

Just a year ago, Michigan AD Warde Manuel said the university had no plans to put advertising in Michigan Stadium. However, as the iconic venue prepares

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 Basketball News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 19

Michigan Basketball Scores Key Transfer Commitment

Roster building never stops in the new era of college basketball, and new head coach Mike Boynton Jr. continues to reload his roster as Michigan seeks to defend its title.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 19

Michigan Launches New Partnership Program, What Does it Mean?

College football sure isn’t what it used to be. Traditions and things that used to matter have gone by the wayside in the name of the almighty dollar. Michigan, a school rooted in tradition has embraced the future with a major announcement on Wednesday.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 19

Michigan Football Trending to Land Three-Headed Monster in 2028 Recruiting Class

Michigan is still working on closing out its 2027 class, with the Wolverines having 21 commitments in the fold. But there is still room to add a few more players and Michigan is hopeful its new-look team can open the eyes to some of the elite prospects in the '27 cycle, so the Wolverines can loop back around.

Jordan Marshall News / EasySportz / August 18

Jordan Marshall Is Michigan’s Dark Horse Heisman Candidate

When talking about potential Heisman Trophy candidates entering the 2026 college football season, Michigan running back Jordan Marshall isn’t one of the first names that gets brought up.

Kyle Whittingham News / EasySportz / August 18

Michigan’s 2026 Schedule Leaves Little Room for Error in Kyle Whittingham’s First Season

A new era of Michigan football begins this fall, and the Wolverines aren’t exactly getting an easy path to start it. Kyle Whittingham’s first season in Ann Arbor features a 12-game schedule loaded with major Big Ten matchups, rivalry games and a huge non-conference battle against Oklahoma.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 18

Reports Say the University of Michigan Has its New President: Who is C. Cybele Raver?

The University of Michigan has been searching for its new president ever since Santa Ono abruptly left the Wolverines for the University of Florida — which he didn't ultimately get.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / August 18

5 Bold Predictions for the Michigan Wolverines in 2026

Kyle Whittingham took over as the Wolverines’ head football coach after the Sherrone Moore scandal rocked college football late last year. Now, in Year

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 17

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.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / August 17

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

What Michigan Football's Preseason Means for Wolverine's Transfer Portal Future

It was a unique situation for Michigan football this past offseason. The Wolverines announced the firing of Sherrone Moore and the hiring of Kyle Whittingham, which happened nearly a month apart from one another.

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 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 / 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.