Michigan Wolverines: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Michigan QB Bryce Underwood inks NIL deal with trading card company

Michigan Wolverine quarterback Bryce Underwood created a nationwide stir when he flipped his commitment from LSU to Michigan. The rumors of an NIL deal ranging in the $10-12 million range had fans screaming about pay-for-play and lamenting the influences of NIL on college sports.

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Michigan basketball gets high praise in ESPN's early bracketology for 2025-26 season

Michigan men's basketball likely hasn't finalized its roster for the 2025-26 season, but the Wolverines have done a nice job of filling some voids. Dusty May's squad lost Danny Wolf, Vlad Goldin, Rubin Jones, and Tre Donaldson from last year's Sweet 16 run.

Sherrone Moore News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Michigan Football's Top Performing Spring O-Lineman Revealed by Coach Sherrone Moore

Michigan football held its annual Spring Game on April 19 with freshman sensation Bryce Underwood's Blue team defeating Jadyn Davis' Maize team by a score of 17-0.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 29

Elite 2026 recruit leans Michigan, announces commitment date

The Michigan football program broke their 2026 recruiting commitment drought last week when they secured the commitment of two recruits. Elite top 100 quarterback Brady Smigiel and high 3-star defensive end Tariq Boney both shared their intent to join head coach Sherrone Moore in Ann Arbor starting in 2026.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 29

Michigan Basketball: Five-year Wolverine picks new college after entering transfer portal

Although Jace Howard was with Michigan basketball for five seasons, the veteran entered the transfer portal and sought a medical waiver to continue playing collegiate basketball.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 29

Michigan Basketball's 2025-26 Big Ten opponents revealed

On Tuesday, the Big Ten released the conference opponents for each for the 2025-26 season. Each member of the conference will play a 20-game conference schedule, playing three schools both home and away, and facing 14 teams once.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 27

Michigan Football's 2025 NFL Draft selections and destinations

With the 2025 NFL Draft now over, Michigan fans are eager to see some of their favorite Wolverines perform at the next level. Seven Wolverines were selected in this year's draft, including Mason Graham, Colston Loveland, Kenneth Grant, Will Johnson, Josaiah Stewart, Kalel Mullings, and Myles Hinton.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 27

Michigan Football rises in recruiting rankings after two key additions

After sitting outside of the Top 50 for several weeks, the Michigan Wolverines saw a boost in their 2026 recruiting rankings over the weekend. The biggest splash came when four-star QB Brady Smigiel committed to the Wolverines on Saturday.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 26

Michigan football gains second commitment on Saturday

It was quite the day for Michigan football fans. Not only was the NFL Draft happening, but the Wolverines kicked things off on Saturday by landing four-star quarterback Brady Smigiel in the 2026 class.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 26

Social media explodes after elite 2026 quarterback Brady Smigiel commits to Michigan

Michigan Wolverine fans across the nation were ecstatic to hear the news that coach Sherrone Moore and his staff landed their elite quarterback for the 2026 cycle.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 26

Elite top 100 quarterback commits to Michigan Wolverines

Coach Sherrone Moore and the Michigan Wolverines can breathe a sigh of relief. They have finally landed the elite quarterback they needed in the '26 recruiting cycle.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 26

Quarterback recruit once favoring Michigan commits elsewhere

Recruiting is one of the more fluid processes in all of sports. Recruiting at the collegiate level, dealing with young men and women, and their families, can be an incredibly difficult and time-consuming task.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 26

Run it back: Key Michigan basketball player is returning for senior season

The Michigan Wolverines men's basketball squad for the 2025-26 season just keeps growing stronger every day. Coach Dusty May has secured the top transfer portal class in the nation, is bringing in a freshman McDonald's All-American in Trey McKenney, and now he has two key senior leaders returning as well.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 25

Michigan football on commitment watch for game changing quarterback recruit

The drought for the 2026 recruiting cycle may be nearing an end and it could be ending with a bang. Recruiting expert Steve Wiltfong is reporting that he believes 2026 top 5 overall quarterback Brady Smigiel is a heavy Michigan lean and a commitment may be imminent.

Michigan Wolverines 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

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Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 25

Michigan Football: It looks like the Wolverines have a new No. 1 WR

There are certain numbers that carry a ton of weight at the University of Michigan. Whether it's No. 2, No. 21, or No. 98, those numbers carry a special significance in Ann Arbor that the fans are well aware of.

College Basketball News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / April 25

Report: Michigan basketball set to host top-ranked transfer this weekend

After losing Vlad Goldin and Danny Wolf, Michigan men's basketball has landed three transfers to replace the production -- well, sort of. The Wolverines will certainly have Illinois' big man Morez Johnson and UCLA 7-footer Aday Mara in 2025-26.

Kenneth Grant News / Pro Football Rumors / April 24

Dolphins choose Michigan DT Kenneth Grant with No. 13 pick

The Dolphins are adding along the defensive interior with the top pick.

Mason Graham News / Pro Football Rumors / April 24

Browns draft DT Mason Graham with No. 5 pick

After trading down from No. 2, the Browns loomed as a team capable of moving down the board once again.

Michigan Wolverines 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

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Bryce Underwood News / NIL on SI / April 22

Star Michigan QB Uses Lucrative NIL Deal To Give Back in Awesome Gesture

Michigan Wolverines freshman quarterback Bryce Underwood shocked the college football world when the No. 1 overall high school recruit flipped his commitment with a massive NIL deal.

Michigan Wolverines News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Michigan Football Secures Portal Commitment From Two-Year SEC Starter on Friday

The Michigan Wolverines won the national championship in the 2023-2024 season but slipped to the middle of the Big Ten pack in 2024-2025. Coach Sherrone

Michigan Wolverines News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Urban Meyer Doubles Down on Michigan Skepticism With Latest Dig at Wolverines

The Michigan vs. Ohio State rivalry has been one of the biggest in sports from the time it first began way back in October of 1897. The advent of the NIL era in college football has increased the profile of the rivalry, adding a new dimension to the smack talk and altering the playing field in the process.

Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / April 17