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NBC Sports
28 minutes ago
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- NBC Sports
Michigan a value bet to win Big Ten, make CFP
Drew Dinsick and Vaughn Dalzell explain why they like Michigan over 8.5 wins, breaking down the Wolverines' favorable schedule and chances to win the Big Ten and make the College Football Playoff.
USA Today
30-06-2025
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- USA Today
Michigan football boosts 2026 class with 4-star CB Andre Clarke commitment
Sherrone Moore and Michigan football have been on an insane spree of landing high-end commitments as of late, with Sunday bringing the almost-sudden pledge of five-star edge rusher Carter Meadows. But the train, it's not showing any signs of slowing down, even as the Wolverines' 2026 class continues to fill up. The last day of June and the first week of July promise more likely commitments for the maize and blue, and Monday started things off in a positive direction. Michigan has recruited the DMV region of the country very hard this cycle, having thus far landed two commits from Washington D.C. and one from Virginia. But now, you can make that two from the state of Virginia with Richmond (Va.) Hermitage four-star cornerback Andre Clarke committing to the Wolverines. This is Michigan's seventh commitment in as many days (Titan Davis, Zion Robinson, Marky Walbridge, Markel Dabney, Malakai Lee, and Carter Meadows preceded him). Clarke chose the maize and blue over Kentucky, but he also had offers from Florida State, Miami, South Carolina, Tennessee, Washington, Wisconsin, and others. Scouting report The scouting report from 247Sports' Clint Brewster: Clarke is a premier level playmaker in the defensive secondary with the ability to play both cornerback and safety. Very desirable combination of instincts, athleticism, and tackling ability. Clarke can mirror and match receivers in coverage but also play center field safety and read the quarterback with great timing and leaping ability on passes downfield. Plays heady and aware of down and distance in the passing game but can also come up and lay explosive hits on ball carriers. Clarke is more thin-framed but shows more strength and toughness than his size insists. Clarke's playmaking ability and coverage chops project him to a mid to early round NFL draft choice projection. Clarke is rated highest by ESPN, which has him as the No. 101 player in the nation, regardless of position. He's also listed as a cornerback on some sites (247Sports) and a safety on others (On3). Outlook and the rest of the class The second cornerback commitment of the 2026 class, Clarke joins Jacksonville (Fla.) Mandarin four-star Brody Jennings, who has been tenuously pledged since the summer of last year. Michigan is still targeting other defensive backs, including four-star cornerback Dorian Barney (who has a prediction to end up in Ann Arbor), four-star safety Davon Benjamin, four-star nickel Donovan Webb (also predicted to become a Wolverine), and four-star athlete Salesi Moa. Here is what the class looks like now with Clarke in the fold: All rankings by the 247Sports Composite Clarke is the 19th commitment in the 2026 class. He's the second from Virginia, as mentioned, joining linebacker Markel Dabney, who is also from Richmond. The Wolverines are targeting one more in Mineral (Va.) Louisa County five-star running back Savion Hiter.
Miami Herald
25-05-2025
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- Miami Herald
Belen Jesuit's Marco Prieguez is the Miami-Dade Boys' Scholar-Athlete of the Year
Belen Jesuit's cross-country and track and field programs have a longstanding tradition of excellence. But over the years, several of the members of each squad show their strength not just when they're putting in the miles, but in the classroom as well. Belen senior Marco Prieguez is another perfect example of this combination. Prieguez has been a standout on the Wolverines' cross-country and track teams throughout his high school career. The highlight came this season, however, as he was finally able to enjoy not just a team state championship in the fall in cross-country, but a state title in track earlier this month. While Prieguez has been impressive when it comes to running, he's even more so academically. And that's a big reason he's this year's Miami Herald Miami-Dade County Boys' Scholar-Athlete of the Year. Prieguez was a first team All-Dade selection in cross-country after finishing fifth individually at the state Class 3A meet with a time of 15:36. His season-best time was also impressive as he ran a time of 15:23. He finished sixth at state in the 1,600 meters in track and field helping Belen win the team title. He did all of this while maintaining an impressive 5.515 grade point average, scoring a 1490 on the SAT and a 34 on the ACT. His stellar academic resume helped him earn an opportunity to attend the prestigious University of Pennsylvania, joining a long line of Wolverines athletes to enroll at Ivy League schools. Prieguez has been part of three consecutive state titles in cross-country since joining the team as a sophomore. An honors student, AP Scholar with Distinction and a member of five National Honor Societies, Prieguez also participated in numerous community service activities including the Fundacion Hermanos De La Calle, which translated to English reads 'Brothers from the Street Foundation' where he continuously prepared and delivered homemade food to the homeless or recently homeless, and created a focus group to discuss issues affecting individuals experiencing homelessness and how to target these issues in everyday life.
Fox Sports
05-05-2025
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- Fox Sports
Michigan to suspend Sherrone Moore for 2 games to address NCAA allegations, AP sources say
Associated Press ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan is expected to suspend coach Sherrone Moore for two games next season to address allegations that he failed to cooperate in the NCAA's sign-stealing investigation that rocked college football during the Wolverines' championship season in 2023, according to two people familiar with the situation. Moore is expected to miss the Wolverines' third and fourth games — against Central Michigan and Nebraska — and all athletic-related duties during those weeks, they said. The people spoke Monday to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the school's proposed self-imposed sanction has not been announced. It has also not been finalized, according to a third person with knowledge of the situation, also speaking on condition of anonymity because the case is ongoing. ESPN was the first to report the expected suspension. Last August, the NCAA alleged in a notice relating to its sign-stealing investigation that Moore violated rules as an assistant under then-coach Jim Harbaugh. Moore was accused of deleting text messages with Conor Stalions, the recruiting staffer who coordinated an off-campus, advance-scouting operation, before they were recovered and provided to the NCAA. 'I'll just say this: I look forward to them being released,' Moore said last year. ____ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here. AP college football: and recommended
Yahoo
05-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Michigan to suspend Sherrone Moore for 2 games to address NCAA allegations, AP sources say
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan is expected to suspend coach Sherrone Moore for two games next season to address allegations that he failed to cooperate in the NCAA's sign-stealing investigation that rocked college football during the Wolverines' championship season in 2023, according to two people familiar with the situation. Moore is expected to miss the Wolverines' third and fourth games — against Central Michigan and Nebraska — and all athletic-related duties during those weeks, they said. The people spoke Monday to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the school's proposed self-imposed sanction has not been announced. It has also not been finalized, according to a third person with knowledge of the situation, also speaking on condition of anonymity because the case is ongoing. ESPN was the first to report the expected suspension. Last August, the NCAA alleged in a notice relating to its sign-stealing investigation that Moore violated rules as an assistant under then-coach Jim Harbaugh. Moore was accused of deleting text messages with Conor Stalions, the recruiting staffer who coordinated an off-campus, advance-scouting operation, before they were recovered and provided to the NCAA. 'I'll just say this: I look forward to them being released,' Moore said last year. ____ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here. AP college football: and Larry Lage, The Associated Press
