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It's been another rough week for Michigan football after the firing of head coach Sherrone Moore on Wednesday, among the fallout from that. But there could be some good news on the way -- pertaining to the Wolverines' roster for the 2026 season.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / December 12

Michigan football’s Rod Moore to return for 2026 season after knee injury

Michigan football received a quiet but significant piece of good news this week, one that could shape the program’s defensive outlook for the 2026 season.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / December 9

Michigan football hopes to retain three veteran players for 2026 season

As Michigan football starts to prepare for Texas in the upcoming Citrus Bowl, the Wolverines have to start thinking about their roster for the 2026 season.

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Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / November 29

Social media bashes Michigan, credits OSU following Wolverines' embarrasing loss

ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- It lasted four seasons, but Ohio State came back on top in the rivalry after a 27-9 win over Michigan. The Wolverines move to 9-3 in Sherrone Moore's second season at the helm in Ann Arbor.

College Football News / Stadium Rant / November 25

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College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 24

The Michigan Wolverines receive brutal news ahead of must-win matchup against Ohio State Buckeyes

The Michigan Wolverines are gearing up for the most important game of their season. In a matchup simply known as "The Game", they are aiming to play spoiler against the top-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / November 24

Sherrone Moore updates key Michigan injuries ahead of Ohio State game

The Wolverines were initially out seven players on Saturday going into the Maryland game. During the game, captain Max Bredeson got injured during the third quarter and was seen on the sidelines wearing a boot with crutches.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / November 5

Michigan's frequent injuries, and Sherrone Moore's response to them, are a problem weighing over the team heading into critical bye week

The Michigan Wolverines are thankfully heading into their bye week just before a critical end of season push to try and make a bid for the College Football Playoffs.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / October 18

Social media reacts to Michigan's win, a top win for Sherrone Moore as head coach

ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- It's what needed to happen if Michigan hoped to compete for a spot in the Big Ten Championship Game and a College Football Playoff spot.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / October 18

Coach Moore explains with Michigan football starts didn't play against Washington, Evan Link update

ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- Michigan got a big win over Washington on Saturday in the Big House. The Wolverines were a small favorite to win the game, but Michigan handled business with a 24-7 win.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / October 9

Michigan football DB leads all college football corners in this key stat

The Michigan football secondary is a unit that has been a bit banged up in the early part of the season, but now with its leader, safety Rod Moore, back in the fold and healthy, Michigan's back end could be in a position to be playing their best football in the games ahead.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / October 1

Michigan safety Rod Moore describes 'emotional' return to football after injury

Michigan senior safety and captain Rod Moore returned to game action for the first time since the Wolverines' national championship victory in January of 2024 after suffering a torn ACL in March of 2024.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 30

Michigan players who could see their playing time change as the season goes along

Two Michigan players who should see more playing time as the season continues The first, and obvious, answer to this is safety Rod Moore. After tearing his ACL in Spring practice in 2024, he missed nearly 18 months before making his return to game action this past weekend at Nebraska.

College Football News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 19

Will Michigan safety Rod Moore play Saturday at Nebraska?

Michigan football senior safety and captain Rod Moore hasn't played in a live action football game against another opponent since January of 2024, when the Wolverines beat Washington to win the 2023 national championship in Houston, TX.

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College Football News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Michigan's Rod Moore Sends Uplifting Message Ahead of Saturday Game at Nebraska

The Michigan Wolverines are hoping for their fifth straight series win against the Nebraska Cornhuskers this weekend in Lincoln, with acting head coach Biff Poggi once again donning a headset looking for his second win at the helm of Michigan's ship.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / September 15

Michigan Wolverines get fantastic news as best player finally ready to return to play this week against Nebraska

The Michigan Wolverines have been eagerly awaiting the return of one of their best playmakers for years. After an injury over the offseason in 2024 knocked him out for the entire season, he has slowly been working his way back to returning to the lineup but has yet to make his 2025 debut for the Wolverines.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 8

Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore gives a comprehensive injury update

After a rough showing against the Oklahoma Sooners, which was furthered by injuries before and during the game, Sherrone Moore has given some positive updates regarding the team's health.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / September 7

Michigan football’s Sherrone Moore gives cloudy update on upcoming suspension

The Michigan football team fell on the road against Oklahoma on Saturday night, and now the Wolverines will be without head coach Sherrone Moore for the next two games.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / September 6

Michigan football will be without star safety vs. Oklahoma

The Michigan football program is looking to defeat Oklahoma on the road on Saturday night. It projects to be a competitive affair, but the Wolverines received a difficult injury update before the game.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / September 5

Report: Michigan football receives disappointing injury news on star safety ahead of clash with Oklahoma

Michigan football has been without star safety Rod Moore since the national championship game when the Wolverines defeated Washington 34-13 on Jan. 8, 2024.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / August 21

2-Time Michigan Captain Rod Moore Makes Emotional Admission on Upcoming Return

The Michigan Wolverines are scheduled to kick off their 2025-26 season on Saturday, Aug. 30 in a game that will be broadcast on Peacock live from the Big House in Ann Arbor.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / July 23

Michigan DB Rod Moore Hints at Personal Change Ahead of Senior Season

The Michigan Wolverines are scheduled to open the 2025 season at the Big House in Ann Arbor against the New Mexico Lobos, a game that appears to favor the Wolverines but could be tougher than expected for a young team under a second-year head coach in Sherrone Moore.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / July 19

Michigan Wolverines closing in on truly elite recruiting class following four star flip for Sherrone Moore and his defense

The Michigan Wolverines and Sherrone Moore continue to trend towards building an elite recruiting class. Thanks to another four star recruiting flip this week that makes four new commits in the month of July, and Michigan finds themselves firmly in the mix to land several more top talents.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / June 2

Michigan Football Star Sends 3-Word Warning to College Football World

The Michigan wolverines finished with an 8-5 record last season, a far cry from their 15-0 season the previous year. Michigan faced a boatload of injuries in coach Sherrone Moore's first season, including one that derailed the team early to safety Rod Moore.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / January 23

Rod Moore makes decision between Michigan football return, NFL Draft

The Michigan football team got some big news on Thursday as captain Rod Moore will return to the Wolverines in 2025 instead of going pro. The star safety missed the entire 2024 season due to an injury during the offseason, but he will get one more ride with Michigan after all.

Michigan Wolverines News / Blue By Ninety / March 26, 2024

What’s next for Michigan football secondary after Rod Moore injury?

Every coach talks about getting through spring practices without injuries and the season-ending injury suffered by Michigan football safety Rod Moore on Sunday is why.

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College Football News / Yardbarker / January 4, 2024

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