Football
Michigan announces historic night game in the Big House against Notre Dame in 2011
By: Tim Rohan
The Michigan football team will make history on Sept. 10, 2011 when it takes the field at 8 p.m. eastern time to play rival Notre Dame in the first-ever primetime football game at the Big House.
Notebook: Forcier, Robinson to receive the majority of the snaps in spring practice; Robinson could play other positions
- Ariel Bond/Daily
By: Tim Rohan
This spring, just like last spring, all eyes will be on the three-headed quarterback monster that is the Michigan football team.
Ryan Kartje: Rodriguez, right or wrong, stands to suffer most from NCAA violations
- Jake Fromm/Daily
By: Ryan Kartje
But with yesterday’s announcement that the football program was indeed found to have committed NCAA violations, despite a continuing firestorm of mistakes made in the RichRod era, all I can think about is how much worse the situation could be.
Rodriguez hires new safeties/outside linebackers coach in Braithwaite
By: Ryan Kartje
With the pressures of National Signing Day behind him, Michigan football coach Rich Rodriguez said his next big decision would be to hire a replacement for Jay Hopson — the Wolverines' former linebackers coach who took the defensive coordinator job at Memphis.
SportsMonday Column: The trials and tribulations of an early enrollee
By: Andy Reid
Most players who graduate early make that decision during their junior season — the summer before senior year at the latest. That gives them time to take summer classes and finish all their high school requirements. Michigan football recruit Austin White didn’t have that luxury.
Signing Day Notebook: In defensive back recruit Dorsey, Michigan gets top talent, character concerns
By: Ryan Kartje
Michigan’s final signee, Florida defensive back recruit Demar Dorsey, could be the jewel of Rodriguez’s recruiting class. The Fort Lauderdale, Fla. native is ranked as the No. 2 safety and No. 12 overall player in the country by ESPN.
Notebook: Rich Rodriguez feels 'pretty good' heading into National Signing Day
By: Nicole Auerbach
After two bowl-less seasons at Michigan, recruiting has become a focal point for Wolverine fans hoping for a turnaround. But at this point with Wednesday''s National Signing Day looming, it’s almost too late for coach Rich Rodriguez to worry about doing more.
SportsMonday Column: Recruit Gardner isn't the short-term answer at quarterback
By: Andy Reid
So, Devin Gardner is officially on campus — but be careful what you wish for, Wolverine fans. He’s not the answer for next season.
Sure, he’s talented, and his running abilities are a step up compared to Tate Forcier in Rich Rodriguez’s spread-option attack. Sure, in a few years, with his natural athletic ability, Gardner has the potential to leave his mark on Michigan football history.
Graham talks NFL draft, combine
- Said Alsalah/Daily
By: Gjon Juncaj
It was a brief, fleeting moment during a tense basketball game, but Brandon Graham still put a stranglehold on the spotlight once again, almost readying himself for the spotlight awaiting him at the NFL Draft in April.
Recruit Devin Gardner to enroll early, Rodriguez gives other personnel updates
- Said Alsalah/Daily
By: Nicole Auerbach
The Detroit News and Detroit Free Press have reported that incoming freshman quarterback Devin Gardner will begin classes at Michigan on Tuesday.
"We have one more spot open," said Michigan football coach Rich Rodriguez, mentioning that six recruits have already enrolled early. "That could or could not be filled. Hopefully, it will sooner rather than later."
Football Saturday
Making the Big House home: How former point guard Kelvin Grady is fitting in
From Crisler Arena to the Big House, Kelvin Grady has endeared himself to two set of Wolverines.
Feature
Finding peace in a kick and preparing for a life-changing diagnosis
Walk-on kicker Philip Brabbs became a cult hero after his 2002 game-winning kick against Washington. Then came the life-changing part.
Football Saturday
The story of an unlikely bond between two football powerhouses
Three players' journey from a small sugarcane town in Florida to the Big House.
Video
Rich Rodriguez comments on Bill Martin's retirement
Football coach Rich Rodriguez answers questions about the announcement that Athletic Director Bill Martin is retiring.
Football Saturday
How a Pee-Wee team and a high school powerhouse provided the ultimate football education
How a Pee-Wee team and a high school powerhouse provided the ultimate football education.
Football Saturday
Behind Brandon Graham
From overweight and underachieving high school senior to nationally recognized defensive end, Brandon Graham has kept his family close.
Football Saturday
Who is Rich Rodriguez?
Rich Rodriguez can’t be adequately explained by singular descriptions. He’s a country boy, yet a celebrity. Competitive, yet compassionate. He’s a prodigy, yet has been passed over. Harsh, yet loose. He’s a West Virginia man, yet a Michigan Man. Put simply, he’s a contradiction.
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