Michigan Wolverines: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

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.

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.

College Football News / EasySportz / August 18

Michigan’s Season Could Come Down to One Thing: Quarterback Play

Michigan has the talent to compete with the best teams in the Big Ten in 2026. The Wolverines have a dangerous running back in Jordan Marshall, a potential star receiver in Andrew Marsh and plenty of talent throughout the roster.

College Football News / EasySportz / August 18

Michigan’s Non-Conference Schedule Gives the Wolverines One Major Early Test

Before Michigan gets into the grind of Big Ten play, the Wolverines will have three opportunities to find out exactly what they have in 2026. Michigan opens the Kyle Whittingham era with three straight non-conference games at the Big House, facing Western Michigan, Oklahoma, and UTEP before conference play begins against Iowa on Sept.

College Football News / EasySportz / August 18

Andrew Marsh Looks Ready to Become Michigan’s Next Star Receiver

Michigan enters the 2026 season with plenty of new faces on offense, but one player who shouldn’t need much of an introduction is wide receiver Andrew Marsh.

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.

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

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.