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Sherrone Moore’s Michigan Set Flip Alert on Big 12 Commit After Suffering Major Recruiting Blow

Michigan Wolverines head coach Sherrone Moore plunges into the recruiting trail to flip a 4-star commit after a tough loss.
NCAA Football: Michigan at Ohio State

Championship Can’t Save Ryan Day as Ohio State’s 4-Year Curse Triggers Clear Ultimatum

Ryan Day faces mounting pressure at Ohio State as a key challenge continues to overshadow his success and spark serious questions.
Syndication: The Columbus Dispatch

Penn State, James Franklin Set to Flip 4-Star DB from B1G Juggernaut, Says Insider

Penn State eyeing major recruiting win as insider hints James Franklin could flip 4-star CB from Big Ten rival Michigan.
NCAA Football: Penn State Blue-White Spring Game

5-star Calvin Russell’s Family Legacy Fuels Michigan Flip Talks as Fran Brown Faces Setback

5-star recruit Calvin Russell’s strong Michigan family ties spark flip rumors, dealing potential recruiting blow to Fran Brown.
Calvin Russell

Bryce Underwood Faces Fan Pushback as Lawrence, Fields, Stroud Comparison Raises Eyebrows

Bryce Underwood draws mixed fan reactions after comparisons to Lawrence, Fields, and Stroud spark debate over early expectations.
NCAA Basketball: Penn State at Michigan

Michigan Faces Recruiting Shocker as Sherrone Moore Loses to Rival’s Family Ties

Sherrone Moore was dealt a tough blow in the 2026 class, as a rival program is making away with a player, who has family ties with it.
NCAA Football: Michigan at Ohio State

4-Star Michigan Commit Makes Major Sherrone Moore Admission After Turning Down 2 Powerhouses

The newest 4-star addition to Michigan's WR room makes a major Sherrone Moore admission that led him to pick Michigan over two powerhouses.
Syndication: Detroit Free Press

Bryce Underwood’s Record Breaking NIL Deal: Sponsorships, Endorsements, Contracts, and More

Michigan’s Bryce Underwood flip from LSU came with a record-breaking NIL deal that’s still making waves eight months later
Syndication: Detroit Free Press

Fresh Intel Confirms 5-Star Calvin Russell’s Future as Decision Narrows to Final 2

Five-star WR Calvin Russell narrows college decision to final two schools as new intel confirms timeline and commitment lean.
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Travis Johnson Announces Michigan Decision as Sherrone Moore & Virginia Ties Shape Future

With players like Travis Johnson leaning into the culture, relationships, and revamped offensive identity, it’s clear UM is being built for something bigger.
Travis Johnson

Bryce Underwood Faces $12M Michigan Gamble as Tom Brady Legacy Raises Tough Questions

College football analyst stirs the pot by drawing out the two paths for Bryce Underwood, the one he took, and the one he did not.
Bryce Underwood

Michigan DB Commit Vows to Lure 4-Star WR for Sherrone Moore With Loyalty Stance

A Michigan commit is high on luring a key prospect for Sherrone Moore, while confirming that he is with the program for the long run.
NCAA Football: Michigan at Ohio State

Utah Gets Big 4-Star Salesi Moa Update After Adding Dynamic Duo Jaron & Kennan Pula

They are chasing a finisher in Salesi Moa. And if they land him? Utah’s 2026 class won’t just be solid, it’ll be surging.
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Michigan Target 5-Star WR Calvin Russell Breaks Silence After Report Links Him to Surprise Commitment

5-star WR Calvin Russell responds to a wild commitment rumor as Michigan and a surprise contender battle for his signature.
Calvin Russell

One of Florida, LSU, and Ohio State Making Serious Push for 5-Star QB in 2027 Class

Although Ryan Day is seen as having a higher ceiling, thanks to Ohio State's national title pedigree, Florida is still making a strong case
Elijah haven

5-Star WR Sends Strong Bryce Underwood Message to Michigan Before July 5 Commitment

Michigan's crucial 5-star WR target teases fans with “playmaker” comment days after Bryce Underwood's admission.
Syndication: Detroit Free Press

Michigan, Sherrone Moore Warned of Major ACC Threat in 5-Star WR Pursuit

Michigan gets major ACC threat in their recruitment of a future five year star as time runs thin amid the chase...
NCAA Basketball: Northwestern at Michigan

Ex-Ohio State HC Defends Jim Harbaugh After Matt Weiss’ Michigan Scandal Pulls Him Into Lawsuit

Jim Harbaugh's past haunts him again. A new lawsuit over a staffer's crimes raises the same old question: what did he know?
NFL: Los Angeles Chargers OTA

Growing Up Rooting Against Michigan, How a South Carolina Coach’s Son Picked Sherrone Moore Over Others

Sherrone Moore and Michigan go on turbo mode on the 2026 recruiting trail and lock in the son of a South Carolina coach 
NCAA Football: Michigan at Ohio State

Carter Meadows, Brady Smigiel React as 4-Star Commit Doubles Down After Michigan Announcement

Sherrone Moore lands another top recruit for Michigan as Brady Smigiel react to the commitment news amid recruiting scrutiny...
Brady Smigiel, FSU

Michigan WR Confirms Sherrone Moore’s QB Plan as Bryce Underwood’s Backup Refuses to Back Down

A Michigan receiver reveals how Sherrone Moore is dealing with the QB room, as Mikey Keene continues to battle Bryce Underwood.
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4-Star Dorian Barney’s College Football Future Is Down to Three Schools with Clear Frontrunner

A Georgia CB, Dorian Barney, with national offers, an SEC-Big Ten tug-of-war, and a rising head coach making noise with blue-chip flips.
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Will Bryce Underwood Attend Big Ten Media Days With Sherrone Moore?

Michigan Wolverines fans are eager to find out about their quarterback, Bryce Underwood’s, participation in the upcoming Big Ten Media Days
Bryce Underwood

Torn by Family Ties and CFB Future, South Carolina Target Faces Big Sherrone Moore Decision

Sherrone Moore’s Michigan isn’t just chasing talent—they’re looking to flip a family tie in the recruitment of a standout 2026 edge rusher.
Syndication: Detroit Free Press

College Football Recruitment: Michigan, Oregon & Notre Dame Make Moves on Monday

June 30 marked a huge day for a couple of college football programs on the recruiting trail, while one of them got extra lucky.
Michigan Wolverines Flag/Logo at Ann Arbor Stadium

Bryce Underwood Finds Relief as Michigan Revelation Confirms Sherrone Moore’s Major Edge

Bryce Underwood steps into Michigan with confidence as recent updates highlight Sherrone Moore’s growing edge for the 2025 season.
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About Michigan Wolverines

Michigan Wolverines 2021: News, Schedule, Roster, Scores, Injury Report

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The Michigan Wolverines compete in NCAA Men’s Basketball as a part of the Big Ten Conference. Some notable opponents from the conference include Illinois, Iowa, and Michigan State. They were founded in 1909.

Their nickname originates from Michigan being called the Wolverine state. There are multiple theories surrounding why they got that name. Some believe it was the native Indians who called them wolverines as an insult, when the people of Michigan took over their land. Yet others believe it was the Ohioans who gave them this nickname following their dispute in the 1830s.

Their logo is a simple yellow letter M. The wolverine appeared on their logo until 1987, when it was changed to the letter M with a banner that said Michigan. In 2012, this banner was dropped in an attempt to go minimalistic.

History

Founded1909
ConferenceBig 10 Conference
Athletic DirectorWarde Manuel
Head CoachJuwan Howard
ArenaCrisler Center
Championships (2) 1989
Conference Tournament Titles (2)2017. 2018
Conference Regular Season Titles (14)1921, 1926, 1927, 1929, 1948, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1974, 1977, 1985, 1986, 2012, 2014
Websitehttps://mgoblue.com/sports/mens-basketball

Who is the Coach of the Wolverines?

The current head coach of the Wolverines is Juwan Howard. He was appointed in 2019, after working as an assistant coach with the Miami Heat for six years.

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Howard is a former Wolverine, who played for the basketball team in the early 1990s. He was drafted by the Washington Bullets in 1994 and went on to play in the NBA for almost two decades. He won two titles during his time with the Miami Heat as a player.

Who is the Athletic Director of the Wolverines?

The current athletic director of the Wolverines is Warde Manuel. He was appointed in 2016 on a five-year deal.

He is also an alumnus like Howard and played three years on the football team. Manuel had stints as an AD at Buffalo and Connecticut before he joined Michigan.

Achievements and Championships

The Michigan Wolverines were one of the most successful teams from the 1960s to the 1980s.

Three of their five NCAA tournament finals appearances came in that era, including their only title victory. They also won seven regular-season championships in that time period.

Last season, they tied Kansas for the largest jump in AP Poll history, when they went from unranked to #4 within a week.

They have won just one NCAA Division 1 title so far, with their victory coming in 1989.

Greatest NBA Players

The Michigan Wolverines are one of the top colleges when it comes to producing NBA level talent. During the early 90s, the Wolverines boasted of a Fab Five which consisted of Chris Webber, Jalen Rose, Juwan Howard, Jimmy King, and Ray Jackson.

The first three went on to make a huge impact in the NBA and have won many accolades.

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Over ten Wolverines alumni are currently playing in the NBA. Caris LeVert, Duncan Robinson, and Tim Hardaway Jr are some of the most notable ones.

Mascot and Uniform

The Michigan Wolverines do not have a mascot currently. They had one in the early 1920s, and it was two live wolverines named Biff and Bennie. They were later sent to a zoo and were replaced with a stuffed version.

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There were a few unofficial mascots over the years: Whiskey, a terrier, and her daughter Brandy had a few halftime show appearances before being discontinued. Students made a costumed mascot called Willy the Wolverine, who ended up getting banned.

The team colors of the Michigan Wolverines are maize and blue.

Current Roster

The Wolverines roster for the 2020-21 season has 17 players.

PositionJerseyNumberNameHeightWeight
G0Adrien Nunez6-6210
C1Hunter Dickinson7-1255
F2Isaiah Livers6-7230
G3Zeb Jackson6-5180
G4Brandon Wade6-1185
F5Terrance Williams II6-7240
G12Mike Smith5-11185
G14Rico Ozuna-Harrison5-11175
G15Chaundee Brown Jr.6-5215
G21Franz Wagner6-9220
F23Brandon Johns Jr.6-8240
F24C.J. Baird6-5225
G25Jace Howard6-7210
G32Luke Wilson6-0175
F44Jaron Faulds6-10240
F51Austin Davis6-10250
G55Eli Brooks6-1185

Schedule

Michigan began their 2020-21 season with a 96-82 win against Bowling Green on November 25. They have a 26-game regular season currently that ends with an away game against rivals Michigan State on March 7, 2021. Currently, their record is 4-0.

The full schedule is available on the college website.

How to contact Michigan Wolverines men's basketball?

Michigan Wolverines on Twitter: @umichbball

Michigan Wolverines on Instagram: @umichbball