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USA Today
3 days ago
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- USA Today
Michigan football players excited to display new explosive offense under Chip Lindsey in 2025
Michigan's offense wasn't exactly humming last year, but the hope is that the changes made in the offseason see something of a quick turnaround in 2025. In 2024, not only did the Wolverines have the worst yards per attempt in the passing game, but the offense as a whole was 127th (out of 134 teams) in yards per play. Given that the run game for Michigan averaged 77th (in the middle of the pack) when it came to average rushing yards, that tells you just how moribund the passing attack was. Sherrone Moore hopes that bringing in offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey, quarterback Bryce Underwood, running back Justice Haynes, and wide receiver Donaven McCulley will fix what ailed the Wolverines a year ago. Regardless of the personnel additions or the playcalling or changes in scheme, the extant players on the team want to push the envelope, with the same type of will to prove that last year wasn't up to the standard of Michigan football. Fullback and team captain Max Bredeson shared at Big Ten media days that while the offense is looking for a quick turnaround, the goal isn't to show that the offense is capable; it's to win games. "There's no more offense that wants to rewrite a script than ours," Bredeson said. "Just because all the stats, all the numbers that go behind that. Guys just want to go out and play football, just play winning football. We're not trying to chase a place on what explosive offense we are. We're just trying to chase a number, the amount of wins." Even with the stated goal being different, how does the offense look with all of the changes? Bredeson says that there's not necessarily a feeling of familiarity year over year, given that there are always coaching changes and tweaks made. Yet, the whole group of players is excited about what Chip Lindsey has brought to the table. "Yeah, definitely a different feel," Bredeson said. "Every offense feels new, maybe 22-23 just because of the same amount of people. But every offense always feels different. This offense feels excited, an offense that wants to feel explosive. That's the feeling that everyone's chasing." Michigan is set to begin fall camp on Wednesday with an eye on the August 30 season opener against New Mexico at The Big House.
USA Today
09-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
ESPN flags Michigan football wide receivers as key concern for 2025 despite new additions
Michigan football finished the 2024 season about as good as any team (other than Ohio State, the eventual national champion) could, having beaten that same Ohio State team as well as Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl. But it was the defense and somewhat timely offensive production that carried those days -- not the offense as a whole. The Wolverines are hoping that the offense is a bit more consistent in 2025, with new offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey leading the charge and with No. 1 overall player in the 2025 recruiting class, quarterback Bryce Underwood, likely to start as a true freshman. While the quarterback position was likely the biggest culprit in terms of the team's struggles a year ago, that's not the area of the offense that ESPN thinks could trip Michigan football up this season. It's the quarterback's targets. On Wednesday, ESPN revealed the weaknesses for each of the contending preseason teams in college football and surmises that wideout might be a bit of a question mark for the maize and blue. Area of concern: Wide receiver The Wolverines ranked 129th last season with just 1,678 passing yards. Quarterback play was part of the issue, as Michigan cycled through three quarterbacks (Davis Warren, Jack Tuttle and Alex Orji) in its first season after losing national champion JJ McCarthy. But Michigan's receivers collectively didn't make enough plays, as no wideout caught more than 27 passes or totaled more than 248 yards. The onus will be even greater on Michigan's receivers with tight end Colston Loveland -- the Wolverines' only reliable target last year -- now playing for the Chicago Bears. Instant impact from transfers Anthony Simpson (UMass) and Donaven McCulley (Indiana), combined with internal improvement from the likes of Fredrick Moore and Semaj Morgan, will be paramount if Michigan is going to threaten opposing defensive backfields in 2025 Appearing on In the Trenches in May, assistant wide receivers coach Soup Campbell noted that there's a lot of talent in the wide receiver room, even if it hasn't quite yet been maximized. "Talented group," Campbell said. "I think this group is a bunch of underachievers who the sky's gonna be the limit for them, and see how the season goes. And I think we have the talent to make some things happen." And wide receivers coach Ron Bellamy thinks big things are coming for the aforementioned Indiana transfer, Donaven McCulley, who has all of the requisites to be the next great Michigan football receiver. "He's the oldest guy in the room, has the most experience," Bellamy said in spring ball. "He's played over 1,000 snaps in his college career. So, quite naturally, you would think he would be the next guy on the room and on the wall. And that's what he's ascending to. "He's on track. I'll tell you what, he's on track to do that. He's got to keep attacking it and challenging himself every day, which, like I say, he's been a great addition thus far." Though the two transfers and Morgan and Moore are mentioned by ESPN, the Wolverines are also hoping to get some solid production from players such as true freshmen Jamar Browder and Andrew Marsh, as well as sophomore Channing Goodwin (who had the most targets in the spring game), and an emerging tight ends and fullback unit.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
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- Yahoo
4-star Michigan football WR commit breaks down recent decision
The post 4-star Michigan football WR commit breaks down recent decision appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Michigan football team made a big splash in the recruiting world on Friday as it landed a commitment from four-star 2026 wide receiver Travis Johnson. The Wolverines have had trouble landing elite WR talent in recent years, but their 2026 class has a good amount of skill. Johnson is definitely a big add for head coach Sherrone Moore and his staff, and he recently discussed what drew him to Michigan. Advertisement Travis Johnson had a lot of good options for college, and he took official visits to multiple elite programs. The Michigan football team felt like the right one. 'Michigan was the best fit for me,' Johnson said, according to an article from Rivals. 'Coach Bellamy and coach Moore, we clicked from day one when they offered me. Then Chip Lindsey, the new offensive coordinator, I love the new system, and with Bryce Underwood being the new quarterback I could see myself thrive there for sure.' In terms of what stood out, it was who Johnson was able to meet at Michigan. He knows that he will be able to make a lot of good connections with the Wolverines. 'The people,' Johnson said. 'It's Michigan. It has a big network. The people are good. All of my guys from Virginia are there.' Advertisement Recruits are often drawn to Michigan's culture, and that stood out to Johnson as well. The fact that the program recently won a national title was the cherry on top. 'Just the culture for real and they won the (national championship) two years ago,' Johnson added. 'I want to win one, too. I'm trying my best, going to give my hardest every step of the way to try and get another one.' All in all, Johnson is feeling good about his decision. 'It's amazing to be a Michigan man,' he said. The 2026 Michigan football recruiting class is in fantastic shape, and players like Travis Johnson are why. Sherrone Moore is going to have another terrific recruiting class. Related: Oklahoma football way-too-early bold predictions for 2025 season Related: Michigan football an early contender for elite 2027 TE
Miami Herald
06-07-2025
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- Miami Herald
Michigan Offense Preview 2025: Yes, the Wolverines Will Have a Passing Game
Think of it this way. Michigan was able to beat Ohio State and Alabama with no will be better than whatever that was, at least from the passing attack. The ground game showed a few moments of greatness - like on the final drive to push past USC - but it was hard to get anything going when the quarterbacks couldn't complete a downfield was dead last in the Big Ten in passing, dead last in the nation in yards per completion, and it's not like the attack was careful, turning over 20 times. New offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey should change this up fast, but any improvement starts with … X CFN, Fiu | CFN Facebook | Bluesky Fiu, CFN2025 Michigan Preview Michigan Defense BreakdownSeason Prediction, Win Total, Keys to Season - The quarterback situation last season was inexcusable. Absolutely nothing against former starter Davis Warren - he did what he could - but between him, Alex Orji, and Jack Tuttle, the Wolverines were at a disadvantage in just about every key game at the Michigan. It needs a star at quarterback, and it hopes to have fixed the glitch with superstar prospect Bryce Underwood needing to be the franchise star over the next few seasons. It will be a process, though. He has the size, tools, and talent, but he's a true freshman. This won't always be smooth if he's the main man right Keene brings over 8,000 passing yards and 65 touchdowns over his career at UCF and Fresno State, but interceptions were a problem with the Bulldogs. Redshirt freshman Jadyn Davis is a talent who got more than his share of reps this offseason. And now … - The wide receivers have to do their part. There's talent in this group, but everyone has to make bigger plays, and that's where the transfers come starts with Donaven McCulley (Indiana), a very big, very dangerous downfield target who missed most of last year hurt, but put up 48 catches with six scores, along with Anthony Simpson (UMass), a former Arizona Wildcat who caught 57 passes two years ago with UMass before missing most of 2024 hurt. Simpson will battle with second-leading receiver Semaj Morgan, who caught 27 passes but averaged just five yards per grab, for the starting job in the Moore has the upside to be the top target after catching just 11 passes. He'll combine with Channing Goodwin for the flanker end isn't a concern, but replacing new Chicago Bear Colston Loveland is tough. Marlin Klein isn't Loveland, but he has NFL potential as the next man up, and Hogan Hansen is a good young option who got in a little work as a freshman. - The running backs will once again be terrific. Justice Haynes (Alabama) was one of the top backs in the portal, running for close to six yards per carry with nine scores over the last two seasons, and Jordan Marshall will go from understudy to No. 1B in options. Also coming in is CJ Hester (UMass), a veteran backup option who can catch. - Once again, the line will mash away. Giovanni El-Hadi earned All-Big Ten honors at right guard, and now he'll move over to the left side along with tackle Evan Link. Greg Crippen took over the center gig halfway through and should are more than enough options. For the other spots. Sophomore Nathan Efobi got in a little work as a guard, Andrew Sprague should be ready to take over the full-time right tackle job, and Brady Norton (Cal Poly) is a great get through the portal who could work anywhere, but will most likely factor into the tackle rotation. Michigan Defense Breakdown2025 Michigan Preview Season Prediction, Win Total, Keys to Season © 2025 The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.
Yahoo
04-07-2025
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- Yahoo
Michigan Fans Buzzing After 5-Star WR's Bryce Underwood Admission
Michigan Fans Buzzing After 5-Star WR's Bryce Underwood Admission originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Michigan Wolverines have assembled a strong 2026 recruiting class (No. 10 in the nation) and are looking to add one more big name: five-star wide receiver Calvin Russell. Advertisement Things are trending in the right direction for the Wolverines, as they, along with Syracuse, Oregon and Florida State, were named as the four finalists for his commitment, set to be announced on Saturday. After talking to offensive coordinator Chip Lindsey during his official visit to Ann Arbor on June 20, Russell revealed some of his takeaways, which included how he'd potentially fit with quarterback Bryce Underwood. 'He's going to throw it,' Russell said, per On3's EJ Holland. 'That was pretty much it. He said they are going to throw it. I'm a playmaker, and they need playmakers. Bryce Underwood wants to play with a playmaker. I know they need me and not just want me.' Advertisement His comments have since created a lot of buzz among Michigan fans on social media, with a few already believing that it's a done deal. "Yeah I've seen enough. He's a Wolverine," one wrote. "O yea see you in ann arbor," said another. "Bryce and Russell with Michigan Oline, run game, and most importantly defense. Would be scary good," a third added. A fourth said, "Let's do it…. Go blue." "Legitimate traction here," a fifth continued. "Come home, Go Blue!" said another. Miami Northwestern wide receiver and Michigan Wolverines target Calvin Peterman / Special to The Post / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images If the Wolverines did end up landing him, and he became the program's first five-star commitment, per On3 Industry Rankings, since flipping Underwood from the LSU Tigers on Nov. 21. Advertisement Russell would also be their third wide receiver in this year's cycle, joining four-star Zion Robinson and three-star Jaylen Pile. Related: Ohio State Predicted to Lose Nation's No. 6 Recruit to SEC Powerhouse This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
