ESPN's latest season, playoff projections for Michigan Football
After a rocky start to the 2024 season, ESPN's latest projections suggest a bumpy road ahead for the second half of Michigan's regular season. The Wolverines entered the bye week at 4-2 with losses to Texas and Washington, and the second half of the schedule doesn't get any easier.
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Jack Tuttle News/ Maize n Brew / October 9
How much better can Jack Tuttle make Michigan’s offense?
Michigan has one of the worst passing offenses in the nation. Can new QB1 Jack Tuttle change things? Jack Tuttle is in his seventh season of collegiate football and is 25 years of age.
Michigan Wolverines News/ Maize n Brew / October 9
Tip-off times, TV info announced for Michigan men’s basketball ahead of 2024-25 season
Tip-off times and broadcast details have been announced for @umichbball. Here’s when and where you can watch the Wolverines this basketball season: Schedule updates have been a dime a dozen leading up to the 2024-25 college basketball season, and the latest update is here.
Michigan Wolverines News/ Maize n Brew / October 9
Key areas of improvement for the Michigan Wolverines to work on during pivotal bye week
Michigan enters the bye week with a lot to work on before returning to the field against Illinois. The coaching staff must focus on creating separation
Michigan Wolverines News/ UM Hoops / October 9
Game times, television designations announced for 2024-25 schedule
Michigan and the Big Ten announced the conference and non-conference television schedule today. The Big Ten schedule is as complex as ever, with the addition of four new teams, this season and television partnerships with CBS, FOX, NBC, BTN and Peacock.
Michigan Wolverines News/ Maize n Brew / October 9
PFF: Where Michigan football stands heading into the bye week
As Michigan football is enjoying its first of two bye weeks this season, let’s take a look at some of the team’s most notable Pro Football Focus (PFF) data for its first six games: The Michigan Wolverines find themselves at a pivotal juncture, heading into the first of two bye weeks on the season after a tough 27-17 loss to Washington.
NHL News/ The Hockey Writers / October 9
Arizona State Gear Up for Michigan Wolverines in Home Opener
Entering the National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC), expectations have been heightened for the Arizona State Sun Devils, and rightfully so. The team
Michigan Wolverines News/ Michigan Wolverines on SI / October 9
Michigan Football: 3 ways the Wolverines can salvage 2024 season
Following last weekend's 27-17 road loss to Washington, the Michigan Wolverines entered the bye week with a 4-2 record and still plenty of question marks on both sides of the ball.
Jack Tuttle News/ Michigan Wolverines on SI / October 9
Jack Tuttle shares what he hopes to accomplish for Michigan while on bye week
Seventh-year quarterback Jack Tuttle was called to action this past Saturday after Michigan found itself down 14-0. Sherrone Moore inserted Tuttle into the game for starter Alex Orji and Tuttle led the Wolverines to three straight scoring drives to propel Michigan to a 17-14 lead.
Michigan Wolverines News/ Michigan Wolverines on SI / October 8
Bowl Projections: Michigan Football falls out of College Football Playoff race
Following their second loss through six weeks, No. 24 Michigan is on the verge of elimination from the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff. The Wolverines (4-2, 2-1 Big Ten) would likely need to win each of their remaining six games, two of which come against No.
College Football News/ A to Z Sports / October 8
Former Michigan staffer Connor Stalions claims he helped a Pro Bowler have a breakout Super Bowl run with the Chiefs
After "helping" his alma mater Michigan Wolverines win an NCAA FBS National Title, Connor Stalions apparently helped the Kansas Chiefs win a Super Bowl as well.
Michigan Wolverines News/ Michigan Wolverines on SI / October 8
Michigan responds to heated exchange between staff member and Washington fan
On Monday, a video began circulating social media showing a Michigan Football staff member having a heated exchange with a Washington fan last Saturday.
Michigan Wolverines News/ Maize n Brew / October 8
Michigan DC Wink Martindale’s passing defense statistically worse than Don Brown’s in 2020
In certain defensive metrics, Wink Martindale’s 2024 Michigan defense ranks lower than Don Brown’s in 2020. We take a look at the numbers. “There’s a narrative now that some people are afraid it’s going back to the old school Don Brown system.
Michigan Wolverines News/ Maize n Brew / October 8
Reacts Survey: What is Michigan’s biggest weakness this season?
What is Michigan’s biggest weakness this season? From passing offense to passing defense, there are issues that need correcting on both sides of the ball.
Michigan Wolverines News/ Michigan Wolverines on SI / October 7
Michigan's defense far from 'elite' through six weeks
It was supposed to be the strength of this Michigan Football program in 2024, but through six weeks the Wolverine defense has some serious issues. While Michigan has looked solid against the run, its the struggles against the pass that have really put this defense and this team in a difficult position week in and week out.
Michigan Wolverines News/ A to Z Sports / October 7
Former Michigan All-American arrested on assault charges amid injury struggles with his NFL team
It's always hard to hear when football players (or anyone for that matter) is arrested for assault, but this time the news is even more surprising and disappointing than usual.
Jack Tuttle News/ Blue By Ninety / October 7
Tuttle Impresses Coaching Staff, Teammates in Michigan Football Debut
Michigan football lost Saturday night, but it might not be the first thing on their mind heading into next week. Following the first three drives ending
Sherrone Moore News/ A to Z Sports / October 6
Sherrone Moore's comments on QB situation suggest clear favorite to lead Michigan after loss to Washington
Michigan's quarterback woes finally caught back up with them on Saturday in their loss to Washington. The Wolverines had a chance to make it two victories in a row against the Huskies dating back to the National Championship Game in January, but ultimately came up 10 points short, losing 27-17.
Michigan Wolverines News/ Blue By Ninety / October 4
This Sophomore Is Impressing the Michigan Coaching Staff
The loaded Michigan football secondary could have another program-built star in the works. Sophomore safety Brandyn Hillman has seen an increase in snaps following his freshman season, and the Wolverine coaching staff has taken notice of him.
Sherrone Moore News/ Blue By Ninety / October 2
Sherrone Moore Explains How Michigan Football Can Fix Passing Offense
Michigan football‘s offense has seen almost no production through the air in its first five games. The Wolverines have 577 passing yards this season, which puts them near the bottom of the national totem pole.
P.J. Fleck News/ Yardbarker / September 30
Big Ten modifies onside kick protocol after Minnesota-Michigan controversy
It appears the Big Ten Conference has recognized (at least internally) that its officials made a mistake in calling back Minnesota's successful onside kick against No. 12 Michigan for offsides on Saturday.
No. 12 Michigan holds off Minnesota's late charge for 27-24 win
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P.J. Fleck News/ Yardbarker / September 28
Watch: Did Michigan get an assist from refs on Minnesota's onside kick?
No. 12 Michigan survived an upset bid from Big Ten foes Minnesota on Saturday. The 27-24 margin was a tight follow-up to the Wolverine's big Week 4 win over then-No. 11 USC.
No. 12 Michigan holds off Minnesota's late charge for 27-24 win
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