
Michigan Eyes Bigger Rush Role for Bryce Underwood in 2026
Michigan plans to increase Bryce Underwood's rushing opportunities in 2026 to reduce pressure on the quarterback, leveraging offensive line improvements and a dominant run game.
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Michigan plans to increase Bryce Underwood's rushing opportunities in 2026 to reduce pressure on the quarterback, leveraging offensive line improvements and a dominant run game.
Michigan’s head coach Kyle Whittingham wants to move past recent scandals, focus on football, and restore confidence in a program that has weathered both highs and lows.

Kyle Whittingham spent nearly half an hour at Big Ten Media Day discussing the team he inherited, injury updates, and the road ahead for fall camp.

The Wolverines secure a potent one‑two punch at running back, anchored by a coach’s influence and a shared commitment to stay.

Warde Manuel, the University of Michigan's athletic director, has declared he has no intention of stepping down despite a series of scandals and an upcoming board meeting. He recently signed a five‑year extension through 2030, while the department navigates a turbulent period marked by a sign‑stealing scandal, coaching changes and a high‑profile staff misconduct case.

With a talented roster, a proven fundamentals-driven coach, and a promising offensive mind, the Wolverines hope to reclaim national relevance.
The complaint alleges that university officials suppressed findings of an advanced scouting scheme, ignored a coach’s affair, and used Partridge as a scapegoat, prompting a multi‑year legal battle.
Former Michigan linebackers coach Chris Partridge has filed a federal complaint claiming he was made a scapegoat for the university's sign‑stealing controversy, accusing athletic leaders of prior knowledge and constitutional breaches.

A former Michigan assistant coach’s lawsuit claims university leaders knew of a sign‑stealing operation and an inappropriate coach‑employee relationship, raising questions about accountability and leadership.
The lawsuit accuses the University of Michigan, its athletic director Warde Manuel and former president Santa Ono of concealing a sign‑stealing scheme and an unrelated misconduct case involving assistant coach Matthew Weiss.

After nearly ten years guiding Michigan football’s nutrition program, Abigail O'Connor announced her departure on social media, leaving a legacy of three Big Ten titles and a 2023 national championship.

Abigail O'Connor, who served as Michigan's nutritionist since 2017, revealed her departure on X without explaining her reasons or naming a successor.

A former Michigan football coach was barred from traveling with his staff member, faced felony charges, and was sentenced to probation, while the athletic department grappled with internal scandals.

A series of revelations, legal actions and public criticism have surrounded the University of Michigan football program, even as it clinched a national title.

New wide receiver coaches Micah Simon and Marques Hagans are set to inject toughness into Michigan’s offense, a shift that aligns with quarterback Bryce Underwood’s development and head coach Jason Beck’s vision as the team prepares for fall camp.

The latest Big Ten preseason poll ranks Michigan fifth, behind Ohio State, Oregon, Indiana and USC, as the Wolverines prepare for a demanding slate that includes road games against top‑six opponents and a new coaching staff.

Berry’s transition from nickelback to cornerback, his 2025 statistics, and his decision to stay in Ann Arbor set the stage for a pivotal season for Michigan’s defense.

Despite circulating rumors, Warde Manuel remains secure in his role as Michigan's athletic director, even as an investigation into the athletic department nears completion.

Urban Meyer says a strong start could eclipse lingering scandals as Michigan appoints Kyle Whittingham to lead the Wolverines.

A $12 million inquiry into the firing of former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore has revealed that the athletic department ignored early warnings before his termination for an alleged relationship with an executive assistant. The findings remain unpublished as university leaders weigh disclosure.

The Wolverines are poised for a comeback, but skepticism lingers as they navigate a shifting landscape of expectations and competition.

Recent departures of Jim Harbaugh and Juwan Howard, followed by the removal of Sherrone Moore and Dusty May, reveal a broader trend of championship‑winning coaches being replaced across the United States.

Recent dismissals of head coaches at the University of Michigan illustrate how sustained achievement can accelerate turnover, a pattern echoed at several other institutions.

Early rankings based on PFF metrics spotlight edge rushers, running backs and secondary standouts poised to lead Michigan's 2026 campaign.