Michigan Wolverines: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Michigan QB commit Brady Smigiel may have captured Kobe Bryant’s final photo

In one of the more incredible stories I have ever stumbled across, it has been alleged that the Michigan Wolverines newest quarterback commit may have taken the last photo of Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant.

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Michigan’s $12.5M QB deal raises red flags as possible NIL scandal unfolds

Is Michigan Playing by the NIL Rules—Or Just Playing Everyone? In the wild world of college football, where money now talks louder than tradition, Michigan’s splashy $12.5 million NIL deal for five-star quarterback Bryce Underwood has turned heads—and raised eyebrows.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / May 6

Six teams ahead of Michigan football in latest 'total wins' projection for 2025 season

After seeing five-star freshman Bryce Underwood in action during Michigan's annual spring game, more and more analysts are buying the Wolverines in 2025.

Nimari Burnett News / UM Hoops / May 6

Year in Review: Nimari Burnett

Welcome to Year In Review, a look back at how Michigan’s returning players performed in 2024-25, and forward at how their roles could expand, change, and adapt in 2025-26.

Devin Bush News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / May 5

Former Michigan Wolverine first round NFL Draft pick arrested on multiple charges

NFL linebacker Devin Bush has been arrested in Pennsylvania on charges of assault and harassment. Bush played for the Michigan Wolverines from 2016-18 before becoming a first round NFL Draft pick of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Michigan Wolverines News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5

Michigan HC Sherrone Moore to be suspended two games

It comes as part of a self-imposed penalty for the Connor Stalions advanced scouting scandal.

Bill Belichick seems to send message to UNC players about playing in bowl games

Insider addresses if headlines could prevent Belichick from returning to NFL

Scout discusses whether Arch Manning should be viewed as top pick in 2026

Todd McShay mocks LSU star No. 1 overall in 2026 NFL Draft

Top 2026 QB recruit Jared Curtis commits to Georgia, again

Sherrone Moore News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / May 5

Report: Michigan Football head coach Sherrone Moore to serve two-game suspension in 2025

According to a report from ESPN's Dan Wetzel, Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore is expected to serve a two-game suspension in 2025. The suspension is a self-imposed punishment by the University of Michigan relating to the sign-stealing controversy surrounding Connor Stalions from the 2023 season.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / May 4

Michigan Athletics likely losing its President

Santa J. Ono became the President of the University of Michigan not three full years ago, but it appears he is on the move. The University of Florida has named Ono the sole finalist to become the 14th president of Florida.

Bryce Underwood News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / May 4

ESPN's Desmond Howard compares Bryce Underwood to former Heisman winning QB

Michigan legend Desmond Howard recently dropped by for an appearance on the Rich Eisen Show. Although Howard and Eisen covered a number of topics, the conversation inevitably transitioned to the Michigan Football program and, in particular, Bryce Underwood.

Michigan Wolverines News / NIL on SI / May 4

Michigan Wolverines Boss Happy with One Aspect of Recent House-NCAA Decision

Michigan Wolverines athletic director Warde Manuel, like many in his profession, have been working overtime getting ready for the House vs. NCAA settlement to conclude.

Dusty May News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / May 4

Uncertainty continues to swirl around commitment of Wolverines' top-rated portal star

Michigan Wolverines head coach Dusty May has been an absolute genius in his utilization and domination of the transfer portal. In his first season with the Wolverines, May secured seven players from the portal and completely revamped a lineup that struggled to achieve eight wins the year before.

Bryce Underwood News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / May 4

ESPN analyst details two positions Michigan football needs to upgrade to help Bryce Underwood in Year 1

After going 8-5 in 2024, with season-ending wins over Ohio State in Columbus and Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl, there is plenty of belief Michigan football might be back in 2025.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / May 3

ESPN pegs Michigan running back as a potential breakout player for 2025 season

The Michigan Wolverines have a two-headed monster in the backfield heading into next season. Alabama transfer Justice Haynes and sophomore Jordan Marshall, dubbed "Law and Order", are expected to do big things in Ann Arbor next year.

Michigan Wolverines absolutely demolish Ohio State Buckeyes on the diamond

While the rivalry between the Michigan Wolverines and the Ohio State Buckeyes on the gridiron is one of the most intense rivalries in all of sports, that hatred is present in any matchup between the schools.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / May 3

Michigan football misses out on top RB prospect to rival school

At one point in time, it looked like Michigan football would land both five-star running back Savion Hiter and four-star running back Javian Osborne. While the Wolverines are still in the running to land Hiter, Michigan lost out on Osborne on Saturday.

Amorion Walker News / G5 Football on SI / May 1

Middle Tennessee Adds Michigan Two-Way Player Amorion Walker

The Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders have added Michigan Wolverines transfer Amorion Walker to their roster for the 2025 football season. He will have two seasons of eligibility remaining, Walker saw time both as a defensive back and a wide receiver for Michigan over the previous three years.

Will Johnson News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26

Former Michigan star's draft slide finally comes to end

He was regarded as a first-round lock for much of the predraft process.

Bears add another offensive weapon for Caleb Williams in draft

Analysts differ on Browns passing on Travis Hunter, trading down to draft Mason Graham

Trading out of No. 2 spot for huge haul is rare win for Browns

The greatest all-time late-round draft choice for every NFL franchise

Colston Loveland News / Yardbarker / April 24

Bears add another offensive weapon for Caleb Williams in draft

The Chicago Bears have had a productive offseason, revamping the offensive line and hiring former Detroit Lions OC Ben Johnson as the team's new head coach.

Bears pick could lead to blockbuster trade

Bears’ Rome Odunze doubles down on Caleb Williams’ Matt Eberflus take

Who are the greatest all-time first-round draft picks for every NFL team?

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Michigan Wolverines News / The 33rd Team / April 24

Myles Hinton 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Michigan Wolverines OT

Height: 6066 (verified) Weight: 323lbs (verified) Year: Redshirt Senior Pro Comparison: Greg Little Michigan Wolverines offensive tackle Myles Hinton projects as a developmental tackle at the NFL level.

Danny Wolf News / Yardbarker / April 16