The Michigan Wolverines have benefitted from some elite defensive line play over the last two seasons, courtesy of defensive line coach Lou Esposito. Esposito turned out to be former head coach Sherrone Moore's best hire,

Michigan is one of 12 teams ESPN wrote that improved their College Football Playoffs through their offseason roster moves.

Michigan’s football program appeared to have its 2026 recruiting class finalized during the early signing period from Dec. 3-5, welcoming 27 prospects into the fold. But a lot has transpired since then.

Michigan had added a commitment to the 2026 class on the defensive side of the ball

The unexpected Kyle Whittingham era at Michigan is ready to close the 2026 recruiting cycle and enter the next stage of the offseason.

The Michigan football 2026 spring practice slate begins March 17, and the 15 practices wrap up with the annual Spring Game on April 18.

A look at Michigan football recruits as National Signing Day wraps up the class of 2026 for new coach Kyle Whittingham in Ann Arbor.

Tracking Michigan football players who entered NCAA transfer portal after the hiring of coach Kyle Whittingham, and who Wolverines have added.

College football doesn’t need an extra reason to feel loud, but rivalry week always finds one. These matchups carry old geography, old grudges, and the kind of pressure that makes a routine snap feel like a season-defining moment.

ESPN recently commented on the Wolverines' CFP hopes in 2026.