Michigan Wolverines
Spring game preview: Michigan
Michigan won't be playing a dozen or so key players, but it's still a big opportunity for Kyle Whittingham's first squad, in front of fans for the first time.
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Central Michigan Chippewas
Behind CMU's defensive revamp is a heavy dose of patience
The Chippewas return just three players who started on defense in 2026, but aren't rushing to figure everything out this spring.
Western Michigan Broncos
After Walt Bell’s adaptation helped WMU dominate last fall, the Broncos' offense aims to evolve
Bell now enters Year 3 and aims to push the Western Michigan offense to new heights after he went through the career wringer before arriving in Kalamazoo.
Sunday Reader
Notebook: Quick hits, CMU QBs, what spring games will look like
The five Mitten FBS teams are in the final stages of spring practice, with most of the spring games taking place next weekend.
Eastern Michigan Eagles
Tate Omli, Kasey Teegardin reshaping EMU defense with a simple abbreviation
The Eagles went in house and promoted two assistants to co-DCs, and are liking the results through the spring.
Central Michigan Chippewas
Central Michigan WR Tommy McIntosh suffers torn ACL, will miss 2026 season
The productive returning senior for CMU will now go for a medical redshirt to return in 2027.
Central Michigan Chippewas
At Central Michigan, a program built at the offensive line emerges under Matt Drinkall
Central Michigan is no stranger to have elite linemen, and the new coaching staff — led by a former Joe Moore Award winner — is happy and intent to continue building on that legacy.
News
Monday notebook: Quick hits on all 5 teams, CMU trying a WR at QB, freshmen of note
The five Mitten programs are grinding through the middle portion of spring practice, with plenty of news, notes and tidbits to keep up on, from WMU's OL depth to a Michigan transfer getting healthy.
Q&A
Q&A: Detroit native Shawn Smith on Super Bowl officiating assignment, coming up as ref
Smith spoke with Mitten Football about his Super Bowl assignment, his pathway in the profession and his full-time job with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.
Western Michigan Broncos
Broc Lowry, WMU aim to expand passing offense in 2026
The Broncos finished among the worst passing offenses in 2025, and still won 10 games and a MAC title.
Eastern Michigan Eagles
Strong transfer class fuels Eastern Michigan OL optimism: ‘We hit on all those guys'
The Eagles had a major offensive line overhaul to undertake, and feel the five transfers could be transformational for the group.
Michigan Wolverines
Beginning Year 2, Bryce Underwood aims to grow as Michigan's leader
Underwood was challenged by new head coach Kyle Whittingham to take on more leadership of his team.