2024-04-29 02:13
Mike SainristilHere are the results of the 2024 NFL Draft for Michigan players:
20241st round: J.J. McCarthy - QB - Minnesota Vikings (#10 overall)2nd round: Kris Jenkins, Jr. - DT… Read More
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2024-04-26 14:12
J.J. McCarthyThe Minnesota Vikings traded up one spot in the 2024 NFL Draft to select Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy. He was taken #10 overall after the Vikings swapped picks with… Read More
2024-04-25 04:16
Two of these guys will be involved in the first round, and hopefully a third will get drafted on day two.It's that time of the year for another mock NFL Draft. Here are my guesses for… Read More
2024-04-22 19:06
Oak Park (MI) Fenwick defensive tackle Nate MarshallOak Park (MI) Fenwick defensive lineman Nathaniel Marshall committed to Michigan on Monday morning. He picked the Wolverines over o… Read More
2024-04-22 14:29
Anthony Arnou (image via Twitter)Name: Anthony ArnouHeight: 6'2"Weight: 226 lbs.High school: Santa Monica (CA) Santa MonicaPosition: QuarterbackClass: Redshirt juniorJersey number: #1… Read More
2024-04-20 03:36
Alex OrjiHere are five things I'll be watching in the 2024 spring game:
1. How does Alex Orji throw the ball? Third-year quarterback Alex Orji seems to be the most likely [currentl… Read More
2024-04-17 16:37
Jack MacKinnonName: Jack MacKinnonHeight: 6'4"Weight: 244 lbs.High school: Sarasota (FL) Cardinal MoooneyPosition: LinebackerClass: Redshirt freshmanJers… Read More
2024-04-16 14:41
Howell (MI) Howell DT Bobby KankaOFF THE BOARD
Dallas (TX) Skyline linebacker Elijah Barnes (4-star, #13 LB, #98 overall) committed to Texas.
Denton (TX) Ryan offensive tackle M… Read More
2024-04-16 01:11
Alex OrjiThe transfer portal opens up on Tuesday, April 16, and lots of schools are going to be shopping. With spring games out of the way for many programs - and Michigan's coming up this… Read More
2024-04-15 16:02
Shomari Stone II (image via Twitter)Name: Shomari Stone IIHeight: 5'8"Weight: 198 lbs.High school: Washington (DC) St. John'sPosition: SafetyClass: Redsh… Read More
2024-04-14 18:32
James Kavouklis (image via MGoBlue)Name: James KavouklisHeight: 6'1"Weight: 279 lbs.High school: Tampa (FL) Berkley PrepPosition: Center/Long snapperClass:&nb&hell…Read More
2024-04-12 15:00
Bryson KuzdzalName: Bryson KuzdzalHeight: 5'11"Weight: 185 lbs.High school: Ada (MI) Forest Hills EasternPosition: Running backClass: Redshirt freshmanJersey number: #41Last year: I d… Read More
2024-04-12 13:58
Kissimmee (FL) Osceola linebacker Elijah Melendez (image via 247 Sports)2025
Mariyon Dye - DE - Elkhart (IN) Elkhart: Dye is a 6'5", 235 lb. prospect with offers from Georgia, Miam… Read More
2024-04-11 02:41
Wallingford (CT) Choate Rosemary Hall DT Manuel BeigelName: Manuel BeigelHeight: 6'5"Weight: 280 lbs.High school: Wallingford (CT) Choate Rosemary HallPosition: Defensive tackleClass:… Read More
2024-04-09 02:16
Zach Ludwig (image via MGoBlue)Name: Zach LudwigHeight: 6'3"Weight: 202 lbs.High school: South Park (PA) South ParkPosition: LinebackerClass: FreshmanJersey number: N/ALast year: Ludw… Read More
2024-04-08 00:35
Liam Groulx (image via Twitter)Name: Liam GroulxHeight: 6'0"Weight: 227 lbs.High school: Charlotte (NC) Providence DayPosition: LinebackerClass: Redshirt freshmanJersey number: #53Las… Read More
2024-04-04 14:47
Grayson Dee (image via Twitter)Name: Grayson DeeHeight: 6'1"Weight: 228 lbs.High school: Pittsburgh (PA) Mt. LebanonPosition: LinebackerClass: Redshirt freshmanJersey number: #38Last… Read More
2024-03-26 20:57
Santa Ana (CA) Mater Dei RB Jordon Davison (image via John Bowers)2025
Spencer Beckeman - OT - Rochester (MI) Stoney Creek: Beckeman is a 6'6", 280 lb. prospect with offers from a… Read More
2024-03-25 18:46
Karmello EnglishRising sophomore wide receiver Karmello English is no longer a part of Michigan's football program and is headed to the transfer portal. English played in six games la… Read More
2024-03-25 18:16
Quitman (MS) Quitman RB Akylin Dear (image via 247 Sports)ADDED TO THE BOARD: 2025
Vero Beach (FL) Vero Beach linebacker Tarvos "T.J." Alford (4-star, #8 LB, #63 overall) was offer… Read More
2024-03-23 14:48
Jaishawn Barham2023 Starters: MLB Junior Colson, WLB Michael BarrettLosses: Colson (NFL), Barrett (NFL)Returning players: Jaydon Hood (RS Jr.), Ernest Hausmann (Jr.), Micah Pollard (J… Read More
2024-03-22 14:30
Indianapolis (IN) Warren Central DE Damien Shanklin (image via Hudl)If you feel like supporting TTB, please use the Amazon links here (LINK):
2025
Andrew Babalola - OT - Ov… Read More
2024-03-21 13:17
Colston Loveland (image via MLive)The following depth chart has removed these listed players from the depth chart:
RB C.J. Stokes (transfer to Charlotte)
WR Darrius Clemons (tra… Read More
2024-03-18 14:22
Kenneth Grant (#78, image via Yahoo!)2023 Starters: OLB Jaylen Harrell, DT Mason Graham, DT Kris Jenkins, DE Braiden McGregorLosses: Reece Atteberry (transfer), Cam Goode (NFL), Harre… Read More
2024-03-17 23:31
Myles Hinton (image via MLive)2023 Starters: LT La'Darius Henderson, LG Trevor Keegan, C Drake Nugent, RG Zak Zinter, RT Karsen BarnhartLosses: Barnhart (NFL), Henderson (NFL), Trente… Read More
2024-03-17 17:28
Shawnee (KS) Mill Valley DE Jayden Woods (image via SI)2025
Luke Metz - LB - Hoschton (GA) Mill Creek: Metz is a 6'3", 220-pounder who was recently offered by Michigan. New linebac… Read More
2024-03-15 01:28
Mike Hart (image via Yahoo! Sports)This seems like old-ish news considering it happened a few days ago and Michigan has already found a replacement, but former star running back Mike… Read More
2024-03-12 13:42
Colston Loveland2023 Starters: Colston Loveland, A.J. BarnerLosses: Barner (NFL), Matt Hibner (transfer)Returning players: Max Bredeson (RS Jr.), Loveland (Jr.), Marlin Klein (RS So.)… Read More
2024-03-08 15:05
Semaj Morgan (image via MGoBlue)2023 Starters: Cornelius Johnson, Roman WilsonLosses: Darrius Clemons (Oregon State), Johnson (NFL), Wilson (NFL)Returning players: Eamonn Dennis (RS S… Read More
2024-03-06 01:49
Cornelius Johnson (image via WolverinesWire)Here's a summary of how Michigan players measured in and performed at the Combine last week:
TE A.J. BarnerHeight: 6'6"Weight: 251Arm: 3… Read More
2024-03-04 02:14
Donovan Edwards2023 Starter: Blake CorumLosses: Corum, Leon Franklin, C.J. StokesReturning players: Kalel Mullings (RS Sr.), Donovan Edwards (Sr.), Tavierre Dunlap (RS Jr.), Cole Caba… Read More
2024-03-01 15:03
Jack Tuttle2023 Starter: J.J. McCarthyLoss: McCarthyReturning players: Jack Tuttle (7th), Davis Warren (RS Jr.), Jayden Denegal (RS So.), Alex Orji (RS So.)Newcomer: Jadyn Davis (Fr.)… Read More
2024-02-26 17:52
Zak ZinterThe following 18 Michigan football players are participating in the 2024 NFL Combine. That's a record number of players invited to the Combine for any school. They are:
Q… Read More
2024-02-25 22:02
LaMar MorganMichigan head coach Sherrone Moore hired Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns defensive coordinator LaMar Morgan to be the defensive backs coach for the Wolverines. Morgan sp… Read More
2024-02-24 18:54
Jack TuttleQuarterback Jack Tuttle has received a seventh year of eligibility. Tuttle originally signed with Utah before ultimately playing the first five years of his career at India… Read More
2024-02-22 16:08
Cartersville (GA) Cartersville WR Jamauri Brice (image via QB Hit List)ADDED TO THE BOARD: 2025
Cartersville (GA) Cartersville wide receiver Jamauri Brice was offered by Michigan… Read More
2024-02-20 14:02
Keon SabbRising redshirt sophomore safety Keon Sabb entered the transfer portal last week and, as of this weekend, has found a destination at Alabama.
Sabb was a member of the clas… Read More
2024-02-15 19:40
Brian Jean-MaryBrian Jean-Mary has been hired as Michigan's linebackers coach. He was previously at Michigan in 2020.
Jean-Mary joined the Jacksonville Jaguars staff in 2021 to coa… Read More
2024-02-15 15:10
Greg Scruggs (image via Bucky's 5th Quarter)Michigan has reportedly hired Wisconsin Badgers defensive line coach Greg Scruggs to replace Mike Elston as the defensive line coach.
Sc… Read More
2024-02-13 14:50
Steve CasulaMichigan has hired Steve Casula to coach the tight ends, replacing Grant Newsome, who moved from tight ends to coaching the offensive line.
Casula spent the past two se… Read More
2024-02-12 16:35
Covina (CA) Charter Oak linebacker LaVar Arrington II (image via 247 Sports)ADDED TO THE BOARD: 2025
Covina (CA) Charter Oak linebacker LaVar Arrington II (3-star, #52 ATH, #587 ov… Read More
2024-02-12 16:34
Joey VelazquezMichigan linebacker Joey Velazquez has left the program and will play for Ohio State as a walk-on going forward.
Velazquez entered the transfer portal after the seaso… Read More
2024-02-10 21:37
Wink Martindale (image via On3)Former Baltimore Ravens and New York Giants defensive coordinator Wink Martindale has been hired as Michigan's new defensive coordinator.
At 60 year… Read More
2024-02-07 02:11
Mike ElstonDefensive line coach Mike Elston is reportedly on the way to Los Angeles to coach the Chargers defensive line under Jim Harbaugh. Elston has been Michigan's DL coach and re… Read More
2024-02-05 17:34
J.B. Brown (image via MGoBlue)Michigan named J.B. Brown as its special teams coordinator toward the end of last week. He is being elevated from an analyst position after spending the… Read More
2024-02-02 19:11
Princeton (NJ) The Hun School LB Kamar Archie (image via NJ.com)2025
Kamar Archie - LB - Princeton (NJ) The Hun School: Archie is a 6'1", 215 lb. prospect with offers from Clemson… Read More
2024-01-31 14:19
Chad HenneI posted a list of the single-game passing touchdown leaders (LINK).
Here are the career passing touchdown leaders through 2023:
87 - Chad Henne (2004-2007)
71… Read More
2024-01-30 17:23
Former offensive coordinator Sherrone Moore was introduced as Michigan's head football coach on Saturday, replacing Jim Harbaugh, who left for the Los Angeles Chargers. That has e… Read More
2024-01-29 14:45
Ben Herbert (image via Detroit Free Press)Strength and conditioning coach Ben Herbert informed the team after this morning's lift that he would be leaving Michigan to go work for the… Read More
2024-01-29 03:40
Sherrone MooreFormer Michigan offensive coordinator Sherrone Moore was elevated to head coach on Friday. This followed shortly after it was announced that Jim Harbaugh had spurned Mic… Read More
2024-01-25 03:47
Jim Harbaugh (image via Chargers)It was reported on Wednesday evening that head coach Jim Harbaugh is departing for the Los Angeles Chargers head coaching job. Harbaugh finished his c… Read More
2024-01-24 16:50
I'll give you three guesses as to which one of the above is 5-star edge Zion Grady (image via Auburn Wire)ADDED TO THE BOARD: 2025
Enterprise (AL) Enterprise defensive end Zion Gra… Read More
2024-01-19 18:48
Taylor Upshaw (#11, image via Arizona Athletics)FORMER PLAYERS
TE Erick All (Iowa): All tore his ACL this past season but finished as Iowa's leading receiver, catching 21 passes fo… Read More
2024-01-18 02:19
Donovan EdwardsI meant to post this at the beginning of the month, but you know, Michigan's exciting activities in the Rose Bowl and then the national championship distracted me. I don't thi… Read More
2024-01-17 13:43
Mike Sainristil (image via SI)Michigan defensive back Mike Sainristil recently finished one of the greatest defensive seasons in school history, notching 6 interceptions and returning… Read More
2024-01-16 22:19
Alcoa (TN) Alcoa TE Eli Owens (image via 5 Star Preps)Alcoa (TN) Alcoa tight end Eli Owens, a 2025 prospect, committed to Michigan on January 4, between the wins over Alabama and Wash… Read More
2024-01-16 20:15
Amorion Walker (image via MLive)Sophomore wide receiver/cornerback Amorion Walker has entered the transfer portal. He played in thirteen games for the Wolverines over the past two seasons.Wa… Read More
2024-01-16 19:58
Hollywood (FL) Chaminade-Madonna CB Chris Ewald, Jr. (image via 247 Sports)COMMITMENT
Alcoa (TN) Alcoa tight end Eli Owens committed to Michigan.
DECOMMITMENT
Hollywood (FL)… Read More
2024-01-15 04:22
Alex Orji (image via WFAA)It was a very understandable move, but Michigan suffered a big blow on Sunday when incumbent starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy announced he would be enterin… Read More
2024-01-12 18:37
Darrius ClemonsMichigan receiver Darrius Clemons has entered the transfer portal following Michigan's national championship win on Monday night.
Clemons was a member of Michigan's… Read More
2024-01-09 15:19
These guys are national champions! It's amazing to think of what had to come together for this team to win a national championship. From an outsider's perspective, Alabama and Geo… Read More
2024-01-07 20:53
Michael Penix (#9, image via Washington Athletics)RUSH DEFENSE vs. WASHINGTON RUSH OFFENSEMichigan ranks #9 in rushing defense (93.1 yards allowed/game) and #7 in yards allowed per ca… Read More
2024-01-06 19:06
Bralen Trice (#8, image via 247 Sports)RUSH OFFENSE vs. WASHINGTON RUSH DEFENSEMichigan is #62 in rushing offense (159.5 yards/game) and #72 in yards per carry (4.25). They're tied fo… Read More
2024-01-05 15:13
Giles JacksonMichigan has an 8-5 all-time record against the Washington Huskies. The first time they played was in 1916. The last time they played was a 31-10 win by Michigan in 2021… Read More
2024-01-04 18:35
Tyrone Wheatley (image via MGoBlog)Michigan is 9-5 against the Washington Huskies. They first met on November 4, 1916, which was a 66-7 win for the Wolverines. The last time they met… Read More
2024-01-03 03:22
J.J. McCarthy, Jim Harbaugh, and Blake Corum (image via Mark Terrill/AP)Michigan was the better team. I predicted a 27-24 loss to the Crimson Tide, so I wasn't too far off on how the… Read More
2024-01-02 03:51
I know this is a day late, but it's 2024 now and we all have a chance to make some changes. I've never been a big proponent of New Year's resolutions, but I did want to share some… Read More
2024-01-01 20:50
Jamie Morris (image via MLive)Michigan is 2-3 against the Alabama Crimson Tide. They first met in the Hall of Fame Bowl following the 1987 season, followed by the Outback Bowl in 1996… Read More
2024-01-01 16:35
Jalen Milroe (image via Alabama Athletics)RUSH DEFENSE vs. ALABAMA RUSH OFFENSEMichigan is #6 in rush defense (87.1 yards allowed/game) and yards allowed per carry (2.93). They have o… Read More
2023-12-31 14:47
Terrion Arnold (image via Alabama Athletics)MICHIGAN PASS OFFENSEMichigan ranks #73 in passing offense (218.8 yards/game), but they're #5 in passing efficiency and #14 in yards per at… Read More
2023-12-29 04:07
Josh Priebe (#68, image via Freep)Former Northwestern offensive guard Josh Priebe entered the transfer portal and committed to Michigan.
Priebe is listed at 6'5" and 310 lbs. He st… Read More
2023-12-29 03:41
Jaishawn BarhamFormer Maryland linebacker Jaishawn Barham, who entered the transfer portal two weeks after the regular season finished, committed to Michigan on Wednesday.
Barham i… Read More
2023-12-27 15:04
Alabama safety Caleb Downs (image via Alabama Athletics)MICHIGAN RUSH OFFENSEMichigan ranks #61 in rushing offense (161.8 yards/game), #71 in yards per carry (4.27), and #4 in rushing… Read More
2023-12-18 16:03
Lugard EdokpayiThe "early" National Signing Day for the class of 2024 will be on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. This early signing day has really killed some of the excitement that use… Read More
2023-12-12 14:47
Jaishawn Barham (image via Maryland Athletics)TRANSFERS
Jaishawn Barham - LB - Maryland: Barham is a 6'4", 233 lb. prospect who spent the past two seasons with the Terrapins. In th… Read More
2023-12-11 16:23
C.J. StokesMichigan running back C.J. Stokes has entered the transfer portal. This past season was his second season in the program, and he redshirted, so he will have three seasons t… Read More
2023-12-10 22:50
Deyvid PalepaleLancaster (PA) Manheim Township defensive tackle Deyvid Palepale flipped from USC to Washington. Aside from the Trojans, Palepale also has offers from Auburn, Florida… Read More
2023-12-08 19:09
Braiden McGregorPlayers are listed in order of remaining eligibility. With 105 scholarships allotted, Michigan is currently beyond its scholarship limit by 20. Meanwhile, 19 seniors a… Read More
2023-12-06 15:15
Colston Loveland (image via MLive)The following depth chart has removed these listed players from the depth chart, even though some could return with a fifth year or COVID year except… Read More
2023-12-04 15:13
Jalen Milroe (image via San Diego Tribune)Here are some quick-hitting thoughts on the College Football Playoff selection.
#1 Michigan: Personally, I don't necessarily believe Michi… Read More
2023-12-02 19:56
RUSH OFFENSE vs. IOWA RUSH DEFENSEMichigan is #53 in rushing offense (169.8 yards/game) and tied for #56 in yards per carry (4.44). Ohio State held up fairly well against the run… Read More
2023-11-30 14:58
Blake CorumMichigan dominated the all-conference selections in 2023, which is to be somewhat expected with a 12-0 record.
FIRST TEAMQB J.J. McCarthy (Coaches, Media)RB Blake Corum… Read More
2023-11-29 16:56
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FORMER PLAYERS
TE Erick All (Iowa): All tore his ACL in… Read More
2023-11-26 23:52
Michigan acting head coach Sherrone Moore reacts to a video replay during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023, in Ann Arbor, Mi… Read More
2023-11-21 17:30
Chris PartridgeMichigan linebackers coach Chris Partridge was fired toward the end of last week, ending his short second tenure in Ann Arbor. He coached an array of squads - special t… Read More
2023-11-21 14:21
Fort Myers (FL) Bishop Verot QB Carter Smith (image via SI)Fort Myers (FL) Bishop Verot quarterback Carter Smith, a 2025 prospect, committed to Michigan on Tuesday. He picked the Wolv… Read More
2023-11-21 03:21
Mike Sainristil (image via Michigan Athletics)A win is a win. Michigan has at least one of these every year, where the team overcomes a bit of a scare from an inferior team. Last seas… Read More
2023-11-15 15:51
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FORMER PLAYERS
TE Erick All (Iowa): All tore his ACL in… Read More
2023-11-14 17:18
Blake Corum and Sherrone Moore (image via AP)I apologize for the delayed/short post. I had a crazy busy weekend and I was on the road for much of it, so I didn't have much of a chance… Read More
2023-11-08 15:21
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FORMER PLAYERS
TE Erick All (Iowa): All tore his ACL in week seven. He led the Hawkeyes… Read More
2023-11-05 18:11
Blake Corum (image via The Score)I was a little nervous. Something was gnawing at my brain going into this game, and that was whether Michigan would look sloppy against the Boilermake… Read More
2023-11-04 19:00
Charlotte (NC) Providence Day QB Jadyn Davis2024
Jadyn Davis - QB - Charlotte (NC) Providence Day: Davis is committed to Michigan (LINK).
Jo'Ziah Edmond - CB - Nappanee (IN) Nor… Read More
2023-11-03 14:10
RUSH OFFENSE vs. PURDUE RUSH DEFENSEMichigan is #45 in rushing (174.3 yards/game) after entering last season's Big Ten Championship game against the Boilermakers at #5 in running… Read More
2023-11-01 15:23
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FORMER PLAYERS
TE Erick All (Iowa): All tore his ACL in week seven. He led the Hawkey… Read More
2023-10-31 15:07
(image via @UMichFootball on Twitter)ADDED TO THE BOARD: 2024
Kewan Lacy - RB - Lancaster (TX) Lancaster: Lacy (3-star, #30 RB, #351 overall) decommitted from Nebraska. Alabama, Fl… Read More
2023-10-26 13:56
Tony BolesIf you're like me and you enjoy big plays, here are some great ones against the Boilermakers over the years:
Tony Boles 85-yard kickoff return TD (1989)
Rick Leach 83… Read More
2023-10-26 13:55
Dennis Fitzgerald (image via Go Blue History)If you're like me and you enjoy big plays, here are some great ones against the Spartans over the years:
Dennis Fitzgerald 99-yard kick… Read More
2023-10-26 13:54
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FORMER PLAYERS
TE Erick All (Iowa): All tore his A… Read More
2023-10-22 14:18
Michigan 49, Michigan State 0 (image via AP/Al Goldis)Emotional edge FTW. Going into this game, I felt like Michigan had more of a reason to win this game. I mean, aside from the fact… Read More
2023-10-21 03:34
RUSH OFFENSE vs. MSU RUSH DEFENSEMichigan is #41 in rushing offense (182 yards/game) and #35 in yards per carry (4.88). I thought Michigan might take off a little bit against Indi… Read More
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