“This is worse than in-person scouting,” Cone said. Cone’s reaction reflects a growing concern among traditionalists who see international games as diluting the essence of college football. Michigan was originally scheduled to host Western Michigan on Sept. 5, 2026, at Michigan Stadium.

Among Michigan’s top-10 highest-rated tight end recruits of the past 10 cycles, two are currently committed for the 2026 class. Here’s a look at the full top-10 list of the past decade, ranked by the prospects’ 247Sports Composite rating:

He came onto the scene late in 2024, but it appears Michigan could have a developing star in their secondary. Sophomore Mason Curtis is primed for a breakout in 2025:

‘It’s gonna be hard to do that’ - Michigan HC Sherrone Moore makes strong admission about Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith originally appeared on A to Z Sports. The Ohio State Buckeyes went on a terrific run last season to win the College Football Playoff, but it may not have happened without the adversity they faced along the way.

Michigan is having discussions about kicking off the 2026 football season against Western Michigan in Germany. The school announced Friday on social media that it is seeking to play at Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt on Aug. 29, 2026. It would be the first game the Wolverines would play outside of North America.

Michigan's football team anticipates a strong 2025 season, expecting their linebacker corps to be among the best in the nation. Sherrone Moore, coach, compares the current linebacker group to the successful 2023 unit, highlighting depth and talent.